Age Of Consent Clarification

Summary

In Indiana and South Carolina, the age of consent is 16, allowing a 17-year-old to legally engage in consensual activity with a 30-year-old. Transporting someone across state lines for sexual activity could raise federal legal issues. Always ensure compliance with both state and federal laws.

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Age of consent laws
In Indiana, the age of consent is 16 years old. This means individuals * or older can legally consent to sexual activity. If you have any specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask!
Is * and * legal
In Indiana, the age of consent is *. This means a *-year-old can legally engage in consensual sexual activity with a *-year-old. However, it's important to consider other factors, such as potential power dynamics and relationship laws. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
Regular relationship. No power dynamics
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In Indiana, as long as both parties are consenting and the younger individual is at least *, the relationship is legal. If you have any other questions or concerns, feel free to ask!
What about in South Carolina
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In South Carolina, the age of consent is 16 years old. This means a *-year-old can legally engage in consensual sexual activity with a *-year-old. If you have any further questions or need more details, feel free to ask!
What if one person drives from NC to SC where the other party lives
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If someone drives from North Carolina to South Carolina to engage in a consensual relationship where the other party lives, it's important to consider:
- Both North Carolina and South Carolina have an age of consent of *.
- Transporting someone across state lines for sexual activity could potentially raise legal issues under federal law, particularly if coercion or exploitation is involved.
If you have more questions or need further details, feel free to ask!
What if you don’t transport them across state lines
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If no one is transported across state lines for sexual activity and both parties are of legal age of consent in their respective states, there generally wouldn't be federal legal issues. However, always ensure that all activities comply with both state and federal laws. Do you have any other questions about this situation?
What laws
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In your situation, as long as both parties are above the age of consent and no one is being transported across state lines for illegal activity, there are generally no specific legal issues. It's important to be aware of:
- Federal laws concerning coercion or exploitation across state lines.
- State-specific relationship laws that might apply.
Feel free to ask more questions!
State specific
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In Indiana, the key laws related to relationships involving minors include:
- Age of Consent: 16 years old.
- Criminal charges may apply if coercion or exploitation is involved.
If you have specific concerns or situations, feel free to ask!