An improper relationship with a student can result in a criminal conviction, imprisonment and financial penalties. Even if the relationship is consensual, an improper sexual act between teacher and student is illegal. Are you being charged with an improper sexual relationship?

Can a teacher have a relationship with a pupil?

Its been against the law since the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act 2000 came into force in January 2001, for a teacher to have sexual relations with any pupil under the age of 18, even if the relationship is consensual.

Is teacher student relationship prohibited?

It is considered a forbidden act for teachers to fall for their students. Thus, even when a minor student voluntarily enters into a love affair with his or her teacher, consent is disregarded by law and the teacher may be deemed to have committed child abuse as a criminal offense.