if hypothetically a 30 year old had intercourse with a 16 year old would that be illegal in Nevada
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if hypothetically a 30 year old had intercourse with a 16 year old would that be illegal in Nevada
Im just curious
Asked on March 13, 2016 under Criminal Law, Nevada
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
In NV, the age of consent is 16 years of age. That means it's legal for someone to have sexual relations with someone who is 16 or older. That having been said, the age of consent is raised to 18 when the minor is a student and their sex partner is a teacher, coach or employee at their school.
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