Miami, FL asked in Criminal Law for Florida

Q: Would a 23 year old get in any sort of trouble by talking to a 16 year old, no sex involved, just dating?

My family knows who he is, and knows that he's a good guy, but they aren't aware of us talking. We haven't started dating, let alone have sex, due to the law and not wanting him to get in any trouble. I just wanted clarification and more information about the juvinille law that allows anyone under 24 to be with anyone that's 16 and older. Thank you.

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Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Deltona, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Any sort of trouble? Yes, stay away. You are right about the law but that does not mean you cannot be charged with contributing.

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John Gillespie
John Gillespie
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Melbourne, FL

A: No legal problems. But 16 year-old girl is the definition of trouble.

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