Legal Dating Age Concerns

Summary

In Utah, the age of consent is 18. Its generally illegal for an 18-year-old to date a minor under 18, with exceptions for close-in-age relationships. Engaging in sexual activities with a 15-year-old could lead to charges of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. If the incident has already occurred, its advisable to consult a local attorney to understand potential consequences and legal defenses. Even if not reported, legal action could still be taken if discovered later.

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In Utah, the age of consent is 18 years old. Given your situation:
- It's generally illegal for an *-year-old to date a minor (under *).
- There are exceptions for close-in-age, allowing * and *-year-olds to legally consent to a partner who is less than seven years older.
Please consult with a legal expert for specifics.
But they were * turning * soon
Even if they are turning * soon, legally they are still *. Engaging in sexual activities could potentially lead to charges of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. It's recommended to wait until the younger person is officially *.
But what to do if it happened?
If it's already happened, it may be considered illegal. It's advisable to consult with a local attorney to understand the potential consequences and legal defenses. If a crime is suspected, law enforcement may get involved.
But what if it’s not turned in?
If the incident is not reported, law enforcement may not become aware. However, if it's later discovered, legal action could still be taken depending on the statute of limitations in Utah. It's best to consult a local attorney for specific advice.