Age difference legal?
926246
It depends on the laws of your state.  Generally speaking, when both people are under 18 and just dating there are no laws being broken.  Some states have laws regarding youth under the age of 14.  But as long as the two aren't having sex, there's nothing to worry about.  In some states it is illegal for two people under 18 to have sex.  And of course it's not legal for anyone 18 and older to have sex with a minor.
1159852
Yes\n\n\n\nby the way it is illegal for an 18 year old to "be with" a 15 year old in a relationship....you really should find someone your own age.
39853
It doesn't matter,even if you are 6 months apart, if one of you is over 18 they can go to jail for being with a minor. It happend to my son, who was only 6 months old than his 17  girlfriend and he still went to jail for dating a minor.
438612
I think it's fine lad!\n\nThat is not a serious age difference. ther eis a lot worse, like MRS Stickmantons sister, who is a HO HO HO, Merry Christmas, and of course MRS Stickmanton herself is a beeeaaatch, oh what was I saying? Oh yeah MR. S's sister is 18 and she's seeing a thirty year old, thats a problem!\n\nAnd the UK doesnt take this age thing as seriously as us Americans do they? Is it illegal there?\n\nAny ways, if you do pursue this, you have to remember that there are things that she will want to do that you've already done. Dances, things like that. You can either do these things with her,let her do them,or lose her.\n\nAnd last thing, you must think with your head not your other... Part.\n\nGood luck lad. That bloody old hag of a wife is a callin!
388901
of course its ok :) I'm 17 and my boyfriends 19.... I don't see how there could be a problem. Depending on where u live there may be some legal issues.... but I would have thought ud be ok :)
245734
Of course - age is no barrier to happiness, but you must ensure that the age gap is never an issue between you. You should be blind to the age difference . . .
186783
Keep in mind he is a "tutor," not "teacher." There is nothing to report. They are both consenting adults regardless of the age difference. If You are worried about your freind talk to her, but in the long run she will have to learn from her own mistakes.
619792
Age should not make a difference. I should know, I am dating a younger man. So as long as the age is legal I see no harm in it. But, honestly, what do you think you have in common with a 20 y/o?
180598
As long as you are both of leagal age. There is no problem with it!
521178
If you have a sensible head on your shoulders and know how to handle yourself then why not? It may be illegal for him to have sex with you where you come from though and he'll be the one that could get a criminal record if it is! But generally speaking, four years age difference is nothing! Just be very careful, is all I can suggest. Many older men have desires for young girls that are not altogether healthy.\nJust use some good judgment and keep safe!
857044
As long as you are over 18, no, there are no laws against it. It'll cause your health to suffer, though, working that much at a constant rate, especially if either of them is physically demanding.
443223
Yes. Age is a number and providing the reason that both parties are together is not based on reasons other than love (lust?) then there is not a problem.  That is the question that needs to be seriously consulted however.  There is no law being broken and if they are happy then so what. You must also take into account the maturity of both people.  I knew people at 14 who were more mature than those aged 20, likewise now, I know 25-30 year olds who have the maturity of a late teen.\n\n(and no, I'm not a 40year old dating a teenage girl, I'm 22...and prefer men anyway ;-p)
780366
NOTHING. Age is NOTHING but a number. Two people shouldnt be classified by their age, but by the love they have for each other.
409184
Heck yeah!!!  All that matters is if the two people are compatable.  Age is just a number.
201978
age gap is not a problem really, but what is your actual age? are you in a stage to understand the difference between love and attraction? affection and passion? if not, Take the advise of the elders.
261300
As long as they don't engage in sex it's legal in all fifty states. I doubt anyone would enforce the law if you did do anything though since your only two years apart and the law is meant to protect people with a bigger age gap then that.
1049209
It really depends on where you are in the states on whether it's illegal or not.  I know Washington, where my parents live, the age of consent is 16; however, the person must not be more than three years older than them until they are 18.  That goes for sex, or a relationship.  Here in Aust., the age of consent is 16 years, no matter how old the other person is, but I'd recommend you look in depth into the matter.  I also know, that in Washington; if you have parental consent from the younger party (Ie, the girl, in this case), and the younger party is older than sixteen, and it's done legally, it's alright; I had a friend (16), who married a 23 year old guy.  Not a match made in heaven, they didn't last too long, but the relationship had problems from the start, they were never very close.\n  I understand how you feel, though.  I met my husband (online), when I was 16.  Of course, I didn't know he was going to be my husband then, but we just clicked from the get-go.  Over two years of talking literally daily, sometimes for hours on end, our relationship strengthened to the point we knew what we wanted, got engaged when I was still 17, nearing 18.  A month after 18; I came here to him in Australia (we hadn't met before face-to face prior to that, but you see how I know about that connection you can have with someone).  And I never have gone back.  He's just turned 35, I'm just about to turn 20; we just had our one-year wedding anniversary this past Valentine's day.\n  My parents, when they found out his age, of course had their reservations.  As well as the fact that he was half way across the world from the USA.  But in the end, they supported me in what I wanted to do with my life, because as soon as I turned 18, I could have done anything I wanted anyhow, and they wanted me to go on good terms.  \n  Coming here to my husband, ignoring what quite a few had to say about the age difference, ect., was the best thing I could have ever done with my life.  So don't give up.  If you feel there's a connection there; it's worth the wait. Don't get me wrong, make your intentions clear; but don't go anything beyond what you have now, kiss her, whatever, yes, but I think for her parents' sake, so theyre more comfortable with you two, wait to go anything beyond that.  Because it really does make all the difference in the world to have a good rlationship with your inlaws, especially if you want to make things work in the long run.  You two (the girl and yourself), should talk what you do feel over with each other, and decide what you want to do, what your plans are.  And then go to her parents, together.  Again, make it clear, what you feel for each other, what you want together; but point out that for their sake, you're willing to wait to take the relationship any further, for their sake.  It'll mean a great deal to both her parents, and her.\nAlso; because you are older, let her make the decisions on how fast the relationship goes from there.  It makes her feel more secure, and comfortable with it, and the fact you're making the effort for her, and her parents, will improve the situation immensely.\n  You aren't a sexual predator.  If the girl was 15, that'd be wrong.  But at 17, though a girl hasn't experieinced as much as you have at 25; she knows what she wants, what she needs in life.  There's nothing wrong, morally with it; so don't bash yourself over it.  Just wait for her.  Or if you don't want to, make damn sure what the laws are before you proceed.  It will do neither of you any good for you to get in trouble for it; she will feel so guilty, feel it's her fault, so make sure.  \nGood luck.  And don't give up on her if you feel that connection with her.  It's not something you're going to find easily in life, and if you feel shes the one you have that connection with, don't let her slip away.