my fiance is 21 and im 17 my parents approve of the relationship is it illegal?
348587
Are you sure you want to get married at your young age?  Do some research and look at the statistics.
3725
Well that depends on what your parents think about you dating. If they donn't care then tell them. If the do care then you shouldn't be dating ANYBODY!
1015046
No, it is not illegal to continue dating your girlfriend. She is considered your contemporary (meaning she is in your age group) because she is less than 3 years younger than you. Thats great if you guys are not having sex but if you both decide that you want to, I don't think thats a problem either. It depends on the age of consent in your state. Sometimes it is as low as 14. In the majority of states it is 16. That means she takes the responsibility for consenting to having intercourse with a contemporary whether or not he is minor like she is.
581066
Loving someone is not a crime. You or your bf would have to be caught at something that is actually illegal and turned in. If that were to happen then some one could go to jail. You are old enough to do what you want to do. If your mother and sister don't like it, then to hell with them. Mom raised you, now that is done. Time for Mom to let go. You are going to have to put your foot down on this. Do what you want to do, so long as you don't break any REAL laws.
553575
She's an adult. I say go for it. Your not that much older anyways. Just 11 years. My mother and my dad are 8 years apart.. and my mom has dated a guy that was 13 years younger than her. Now she is dating someone that is almost 20 years older than her. I say as long as it's legal, than age ain't nothing but a number!
1084991
You mention the word "respect". Check out the meaning in the dictionary.  I would not do anything my parents wouldn't approve of. Think of the consequences before you react. If you have to lie about something you know it's wrong even before asking someones opinion. And...this 22 year old MAN could be incarcerated for being with you.  You two are breaking all kinds of rules. You say you are mature. This will not be a mature move on your part.
587255
We have no way of knowing. It sounds like this is an arranged marriage.  Why don't you talk to your parents?  If that doesn't work talk to your Fiance.
1036709
I was 14 and my love was 18, I know it is not 16 and 23 however my point is - if this is you and your parents are not aware of this relationship someone can get into trouble.  My love is now my husband, almost 25 years later and still the love of my life.  Age differences are only important to those that want to and can create an issue about them (hence parents).  Love does not know numbers...
468046
You better check the law here. I am pretty sure it's not allowed. If her parents ever got mad at you or she did, they could call you out on Statutory Rape(even if you've never touched her that way). If you really care for this girl, wait.
1117459
Nope.  Your in the wrong here, you are lying and disobeying your parents.  You probably aren't aloud to date because you aren't old enough.  Whether you believe it or not your parents make rules for a reason and you should respect them.
273621
Not sure about the legal part,but it is most certainly wrong if you are up to no good.At 16 you are still a baby and need adult guidance.If parents cant give it see a pastor or a counselor.
291272
Hi,\n\nDont you think that is a pretty young age to get married. Does the law allow you to get married at this age over in your country. About his parents hating you, it is natural because they think that you are leading him away from them into danger, eventhough you might not be doing so.
289549
Trust your mother on this one - she's only got your best interests at heart.  If you love this guy then the fact that your back home with Mum won't get in the way of your relationship.\n\nFrom a legal point of view your Mum's in the right.
181136
It's perfectly legal for the 2 of you to date.\nBut...if you 2 have sex before you're 18, he technically could get charged with having sex with a minor, if someone decided to press charges.\n In Nebraska you have to be 19 before you can get married without parental consent...which is different to most of the rest of the US.
855960
It sounds to me like a bit of reverse psychology....... just do what you feel is right in your heart. I would marry my partner to if it were legal,but I can't, and yet I still make love to my partner on a daily basis...... don't let your mom behind your closed doors. Those are decisions that you and your partner are going to have to make.
247049
look...i don't wanna sound like your parents but you can't love someone after only dating someone for 8 months...you can last but...i will be a lot of tension. don't you want to be happy with someone you parents approve of too?
943160
At 22 you are entitled to do what you want, make your feelings known to your parents, tell them you love them and appreciate their concerns, but it is your life, and as an adult you need the time and space to make your own decisions.  Talk frankly to them about any misconceptions they have of your fiance, but don't do it with hostility.  You say you have prayed about your decision, that suggests a faith in God, in which case, approach this with a meek and humble attitude.  Respect your parents, involve them in your decision as much as possible, but ensure they know that it is your decision, and that they must abide by it.\n\nMy daughter is getting married in a few weeks, her fiance would not be my choice, but she is the one marrying him, and I love her enough to respect that choice, your parents will do the same if they love you.