My 17-year old daughter is dating a 38-year old guy. I don’t care about the age difference. What are the laws about this?
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My 17-year old daughter is dating a 38-year old guy. I don’t care about the age difference. What are the laws about this?
I am a parent of a 17-year old female who is dating a 38-year old guy. Both of them want to have sex and and I totally approve. What are the laws regarding this? How can I avoid getting him into legal trouble?
Asked on April 12, 2009 under Family Law, Alaska
Answers:
N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Assuming your daughter and her boyfriend live in Alaska, the age of consent is 16 years old. So, the boyfriend shouldn't fear getting in trouble for statutory rape in Alaska.
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