Can a 20 year old go out with a 17 year old UK?


Can a 20 year old go out with a 17 year old UK? It's not illegal for you to date someone older. It is illegal for someone over 18 to have a sexual relationship or sexual activity with someone under 16, or under 18 if they are in a position of responsibility like a teacher or a sports coach.


Can a 20 year old go out with a 16 year old UK?

Yes. The UK age of consent is 16 for both heterosexual and homosexual relationships. The exception is if the older party is in a position of authority over the younger - such as a school teacher / pupil. Originally Answered: Can a 20-year-old girl date a 16-year-old guy in the UK?