I’m 19 and dating a 16 year old in Massachusetts is it legal for us to have intercourse?

Dating is not regulated by law. Sexual conduct (not just intercourse) is. - Holding hands = not a problem - Going to movies or out to eat or on...

I’m 19 and my girl is 16 is it legal for us to date and have intercourse in Massachusetts?

See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_the_United_States#Massachusetts Note the provision for "chaste" individuals under 18. Dating...

Can a 14 year old be pregnant by a 13-17 year old ?

I hope everything turns out well with the pregnancy. He could be charged with a crime but has a legal defense because they are close in age. It is...

How do i file charges on a adult who had sex and a child with minor?

Report it to the police. This is going to be a very hard time for your family.

Can a 19 year old date a 15 year old ?

Dating is not regulated by law. Sexual conduct (not just intercourse) is. - Holding hands = not a problem - Going to movies or out to eat or on...

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As a minor can the father (21) of my (not yet born) child’s name put on the birth certificate with no consequences ?

It depends on the evidence. Putting his name on the birth certificate provides some evidence and if he is not suspected makes it likely that he...

You do not disclose your age. Generally age-discrimination laws kick in for people aged 40 or more.

Under North Carolina law it appears this is not statutory rape. The parents may be civilly liable if there are measurable damages. You could likely...

Do you know of any cases where the a person was charged both criminally and civilly ?

Yes. Often happens in drunk driving cases. Sometimes in sexual assault if the perpetrator has assets.

Can a 16 year old male who is in special education date and have sex with a 40 year old guy

I am assuming that the 40-year-old is not a teacher. You can get a restraining order and enforce it.