Statutes governing Arkansass age of consent, associated criminal charges, available defenses, and penalties for conviction. In Arkansas, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to have sex with a minor (someone 14 or younger), even if the sex is consensual.

Can a 16 year old date a 23 year old in Arkansas?

As per the sexual assault laws of Arkansas, this is indeed legal. As you said, the age of consent is 16. However, other issues may arise if he is in a position of power or a teacher--then other laws may apply.

Is it illegal to have a relationship with a 16 year old?

The age of consent is 16 The law says that 16 and 17 year olds can legally have sex but, as they are legally children, they are given more protection in law. It is illegal for an adult in a position of trust or responsibility to have sex with a 16 or 17 year old.

Can a 20 year old date a 15 year old in Arkansas?

Statutes governing Arkansass age of consent, associated criminal charges, available defenses, and penalties for conviction. In Arkansas, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to have sex with a minor (someone 14 or younger), even if the sex is consensual.

Can a 30 year old date a 16 year old in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to have sex with a minor (someone 14 or younger), even if the sex is consensual. Those who break the law have committed statutory rape.