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My friend has been dating this guy but she is still a minor in Australia at only 14 while he is 17. It recently came up that this could cause some trouble for them. However only if they were in a relationship of which sexual activity occurred. But is kissing counted in this situation???

dogsandcats1234
dogsandcats1234Posted 17-11-2017 08:51 PM

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Bre-RO
Bre-ROPosted 19-12-2019 02:27 PM

Hi @brownie17 thanks for sharing your knowledge on this and welcome to the community. In Australia any relationship involving an adult (18+) and a child has some serious legal implications. I'm just wondering @dogsandcats1234 - how do this couple know each other? Do any adults know about their relationship? 

 
TOM-RO
TOM-ROPosted 17-11-2017 09:21 PM

Hi @dogsandcats1234

 

That's a really good question and one that I'm not sure of the answer to. My first thought would be that kissing is ok but also, kissing could be considered sexual contact by some, so it's a really grey area! Having a look at this website https://aifs.gov.au/cfca/publications/age-consent-laws might help, I would also encourage you or your friend to have a chat with Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) about it. I hope this helps!

 

- Hayley R/O

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