Washington does not have a Romeo and Juliet law, so it is still unlawful for someone under the age of 16 to engage in sexual activity with someone slightly older. The younger person is younger than 12, they may lawfully engage in sexual activity with their spouse, as long as the spouse is less than 24 months older.

Can a 17-year-old date a 23 year old in Washington State?

As the other answers point out, it may technically be legal for a 23 year-old to have sex with a 17 year-old, because the age of consent in Washington is 16.

Can a 30 year old date a 17 year old in Washington State?

Because Washington does not have a Romeo and Juliet Law, it is illegal for anyone under sixteen years of age to participate in any sexual activity, even if the couple is close in age. If the law is violated, the partner who is over the age of 16 may be accused of statutory rape.

Is the Romeo and Juliet law in Washington?

Because Washington does not have a Romeo and Juliet Law, it is illegal for anyone under sixteen years of age to participate in any sexual activity, even if the couple is close in age.