Because the law does not have to make sense or be a good idea. Different lawmakers make laws over a period of time. Sexually explicit images of a...

Can I still file charges?

You can report it to the police and he can be prosecuted. Do not use any threat of doing this to get him to do anything though. That threat,...

Can I go against my Dad and date the guy I love?

Both you and the 19-year old can get in trouble, and his trouble could be with the law. Get your father's OK.

This question should be asked of his lawyer. No one on the Internet, no matter how experienced, well-trained, and well-meaning, can give him advice...

Are there any charges that can be filed against me because I am talking to a minor and the parents do not agree with it.

I would probably be more worried about your CO than the law. He may be able to bring an injunction against you. Also, people have been known to...

Can you get probation of sex trafficking of a minor

No one on the Internet is in a better position to give an answer than your boyfriend's lawyer. He should ask that lawyer.

If my friend who is 16yr likes this 11 yr and they both like each other and treat each other well is it illegal for them to date

See my response to your other question about the same situation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_the_United_States#Texas

Is it illegal for a 16 yr to date a 11 yr

This is unwise, especially for the guy. "Dating" is not regulated by any law. Sexual contact and intercourse are. It is easy enough to get carried...

The technical term is "jail bait." However, the age of consent for sexual intercourse, in general, in Michigan is 16. That said, this is not a good...

Yes, it is possible that the lawyers gave you the wrong advice. I doubt you have anything to worry about, though.