Can a 30 year old date a 17 year old in Missouri?

Missouris Romeo and Juliet Law Under Missouri law, if an individual is under the age of 21, they may have sexual intercourse with someone who is 14 years old or older. After an individual becomes 21 or older, they cannot have sexual intercourse with an individual under the age of 17.

How old can you go to jail for dating someone younger in Missouri?

14 years old Missouri Romeo and Juliet Law However, it is always criminal to engage in sexual conduct with someone under 14 years old, no matter the age of the suspect, and a conviction can result in large fines or up to a life sentence in prison, if not both.

Can a 15 year old date a 20 year old legally?

2 attorney answers No, its not illegal. However, it would be extremely stupid for a 20 year old male to date a 15 year old girl. Thats because she could tell everyone that they had sex, even though they didnt, and all of the sudden the 20 year old males reputation