2006-11-11 08:04:13 · 4 answers · asked by glo_17worm 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
In the state of New York the age of consent is 17, and has been for a number of years. Which just means that it is legal for a 17-year old to be sexually active.
But, in New York you still have to be 18 to be considered an adult. This did not change to 17. You need to be 18 to vote, purchase tabacco, serve your country, obtain credit without a co-signer, and live on your own without obtaining an emmancipation.
But, you can be tried as an adult before you turn 18. So long as the court feel that you were acting as an adult when you committed the crime.
Hope this answers your question.
2006-11-11 10:53:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends - if you want a loan from a bank you're underage if you committed murder you are most likely an adult.
2006-11-11 16:06:58 · answer #2 · answered by Norman 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In regards to what?
You still can't buy tobacco, porn, or lotto tickets until you're 18.
2006-11-11 16:05:25 · answer #3 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
lauren, if you are planning on getting freaky with an older man, don't. i have seen too many pregnant teenagers who make their lives a whole lot harder by not waiting.
2006-11-11 16:10:17 · answer #4 · answered by J G 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋