QUESTION
Can my mother press charges even though I am 18?
Asked on Jan 24th, 2011 on Criminal Law - Connecticut
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I am 18 from CT, and my friend is 33 from MA. When I was 17 years old, I use to take trips by bus to see him without parents permission. When my mother found out, she became infuriated even though nothing sexual had happened at that time yet she never contacted the police. When I turned 18, we decided to turn our friendship into a relationship. Shortly after, I moved in with him. Now my mother is threatening to call the police and get him arrested. My question to you is, are there any charges that can be pressed? Thanks for your time!
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The age of sexual consent in Connecticut is generally 16 unless the older party is in a special relationship to the younger person (such as a coach or teacher) in which case it is 18. Therefore, as to anything that may have happened in Connecticut, or if there was no sexual contact either in CT or MA prior to your turning 18, it is unlikely to be a police matter. I am not sure what Massachusetts law may provide for in the case of a 17 year old, but again, if your relationship was not sexual, it is probably not something the police will take an interest it. Your friend, however, should consult with an attorney of his own since any action would be taken against him, not you.
Answered on Jan 26th, 2011 at 2:28 PM