If the person under the age of consent is between 13 and 16 years old, they can legally consent to sex with someone that is less than 48 months (4 years) older than them.

Can a 25 year old date a 16-year-old in Texas?

Texas statutory rape law is black and white: Its illegal for adults to have consensual sex with minors under the age of 17. So, even if a young man is 18, he cannot legally have sex with a 16-year-old girl under Texas law.

Can a 16-year-old date a 23 year old in Texas?

Understanding Statutory Rape It can even happen when the minor agrees to sexual activity. For example, if a 23-year-old and a 16-year-old were in a relationship and had intercourse, the 23-year-old would be guilty of statutory rape, no matter if the 16-year-old provided his or her consent or not.

What happens if a 20 year old date a 16 year old?

Its generally legal for a 16 year old and a 20 year old to have sex in OK. No teachers, no relatives, no foster kids.