2006-08-24 13:35:03 · 21 answers · asked by shaisty 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
it depends on your state, im many as soon as you have a baby you are emancipated from your parents, then its up to you, but check out
Sexual Consent Age Laws (USA)
This laws are for sexual consent in the United States only. As with any laws, these are subject to change. If you see two ages in one cell, that is because the age of consent is different for females and for males. Yes, that is stupid, but I didn't make these laws.
Although many young people are mature enough to know how to deal with the consequences of sex, some teens are not grown up enough to know that their actions have consequences. Age of consent laws are there to stop young people from being exploited by adults.
That is why you need to register to VOTE at age 18 and make your opinions heard! End of lecture.
USA by State:
Female/Male Male/Male Female/Female
Alabama
16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Alaska 16 16 16
Arizona 18 Law repealed law repealed
Arkansas 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
California 18 18 18
Colorado 17 17 17
Connecticut 16 16 16
District of C. 16 Law repealed
Law repealed
Delaware 16 (f)18 (m) Law repealed Law repealed
Florida 18 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Georgia 16 16 16
Hawaii 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Idaho 16 (f) 18 (m) Law invalidated Law invalidated
Illinois 17 17 17
Indiana 16 16 16
Iowa 14(f) 16(m) Law repealed Law repealed
Kansas 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Kentucky 16 Law repealed Law repealed
Louisiana 17 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Maine 16 16 16
Maryland 16 no current law no current law
Massachusetts 16 (f) 18 (m) Law invalidated Law invalidated
Michigan 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Minnesota 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Mississippi 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Missouri 17 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Montana 16 (f) 18 (m) 18 18
Nebraska 17 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Nevada 16 18 18
New Hampshire 16 18 18
New Jersey 16 16 16
New Mexico 17 16 16
New York 17 17 17
North Carolina 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
North Dakota 18 18 18
Ohio 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Oklahoma 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Oregon 18 18 18
Pennsylvania 16 16 16
Rhode Island 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
South Carolina 14 (f) 16 (m) Law invalidated Law invalidated
South Dakota 16 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Tennessee 18 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Texas 17 Law invalidated Law invalidated
Utah 16 - f 18 (m) Law invalidated Law invalidated
Vermont 16 Law repealed Law repealed
Virginia 18 Law repealed Law repealed
Washington 16 16 16
West Virginia 16 18 18
Wisconsin 18 18 18
Wyoming 16 (f) 18 (m) Law repealed Law repealed
US Military 16 don't ask, don't tell don't ask, don't tell
USA Citizen Outside the USA 18 no current law no current law
Outside the USA, coming soon, stay tuned.
What Does The Age of Consent Mean?
The age of consent is the age when the law says you can agree to have sex. In most countries it means until you reach this age you can not legally have sex with anyone, regardless of their age old. In the United States and Canada this is the same situation. Sometimes the law is different if you are female or male.
"Our Parents Say It's Okay and We Do it in Their House."
This may sound odd to some, but this is the case in some households. HOWEVER, this does not make any difference in the eyes of the law! Your parents don't make the laws of your state or province. The age of consent laws always apply, no judge will care if you're in love, or if you've been together for years, or you've had sex before.
Why Do We Have These Laws?
Although many young people are mature enough to know how to deal with the consequences of sex, some teens are not grown up enough to know that their actions have consequences. Age of consent laws are there to stop young people from being exploited by adults.
Is There an Age of Consent For Gay Men and Lesbians?
Yes. Some places have different ages of consent limits for homosexuals, and in other countries this sort of relationship is against the law. To find out about your area in the United States, check the consent chart.
What is Statutory Rape?
It’s a crime committed when an adult has sexual intercourse with a minor. Who is a minor? Anyone under the age of 18, (or 16; check this list and the current laws in your state.)
What can happen if an adult has sex with a minor? Even if he is your boyfriend? If reported, that person may be arrested, tried in a court of law, and sent to jail. What happens if the sex is consensual and one is a minor? Even if they both agree to have sex, it is still statutory rape.
Q. What can happen if an adult has sex with a minor? Even if he is your boyfriend and even if your parents allow it?
A. If reported, that person can be arrested, tried in a court of law, and sent to jail.
Q. What happens if the sex is consensual and one is a minor?
A. Even if they both agree to have sex, it is still statutory rape.
What can happen if an adult has sex with a minor? Even if he is your boyfriend and even if your parents allow it?
A. If reported, that person may be arrested, tried in a court of law, and sent to jail.
Q. What happens if the sex is consensual and one is a minor?
A. Even if they both agree to have sex, it is still statutory rape. Don’t go to jail for not waiting to have sex. It’s not worth it. You do not want to go to jail! (And I've had sex a lot, I’m well into my 40s. I know its hard to wait, but wait).
2006-08-24 14:18:47 · answer #1 · answered by Jeremysmom05 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are pregnant you should wait till your 18 or 19 so the guy won't be charged for sagatory rape. It's illegal if you are not 18 to be dating a 20 year old guy. it's fine if your 16 and he's 18. something like that.
2006-08-24 13:57:32 · answer #2 · answered by hnm 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
at the tender age of 15 you still might not be ready to have a baby or a husband.... You are never prepared for that either way.... but i would reccommend with all my heart to just think now in your baby, because now everything is for him., dont get into a relationship becasue of a baby that will be born, marry someone because you want to be there to take care of him when he grows old.. in health and in bad time, no matter what, you will create your future.... you will have one, but try to make samrt choices, so you dont regret in the future,,,, take care
2006-08-24 13:41:04 · answer #3 · answered by gabriela_matta 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no. you need parental consent to marry under the age of 18. i would be more concerned that having sex with a 15 year old when you are over the age of 18 is illegal and considered rape. he will most likely get jail time and have to register on the sex offender's list. it all seems worth it now doesn't it?
2006-08-24 13:39:10 · answer #4 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Once a girl becomes pregnant shes automatically emancipated by law. The law says if shes old enough to have a baby shes an adult
2006-08-24 14:09:06 · answer #5 · answered by lovesugarkisses 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some states yes
2006-08-25 04:33:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hunnie it all depends in what state you are in. my advice to you.. is dont get married just because you are pregnant. its not a smart move..after having the baby give it some time..see how things work out with this guy..then maybe you can think about it. your a young lady! stay in school and do whats best for you! dont give up and think about whats gonna be best for your child! good luck to you! hope everything works out for you*!*
2006-08-24 15:28:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
only if she has parental constant. and if this 2oyr was the one who got her preagnat that is conseriderated illeagal
2006-08-26 08:34:39 · answer #8 · answered by gousa1991 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my advice is dont get married! cause then you dont know if your gonna stay with dude. what you need to do though is get his *** on child support. i got pregnant at 15...and now i'm 16 with a 1 month old.
2006-08-24 13:40:57 · answer #9 · answered by Mermaid 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO B/C IN THE US YOU HAVE TO BE 18 TO GET MARRIED.
2006-08-24 13:51:30 · answer #10 · answered by Danielle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋