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Last Updated: 2nd Jul 2024

What states does the Romeo and Juliet law apply to?

There are many types of Romeo and Juliet Laws.
  • Alabama.
  • Alaska.
  • Arizona.
  • Arkansas.
  • Colorado.
  • Connecticut.
  • Hawaii.
  • Iowa.



Similar to the above, it is also asked: What state has the Romeo-Juliet law?

Some Romeo and Juliet laws, such as the Florida and Michigan laws, do not allow a person under the age of consent for sex with an older person. However, they may exempt the older partner form registration as a sex offender. In Connecticut and Indiana, Romeo and Juliet laws have been passed since 2007.

The question that follows is: Does the Romeo and Juliet law also apply to 18-year-olds? It is illegal in Florida for anyone under the age 18 to have sex.

This being said, where does the Romeo-Juliet law apply?

Texas Romeo and Juliet Law. A Romeo and Juliet law in Texas protects minors who have had sexual intercourse with children under 18. However, there are several conditions that must be met before you can apply for this protection.

Is it legal to have an 18-year-old and a 16-year old in the same room?

Age differential. If the other person is four years or more older, it is illegal to have sex with a person under 16 years old in State B. Therefore, sexual relations between a 15 year-old and an 18 year-old would be legal. However, the same relationship between a 20-year-old person and a 15 years-old would not.