Statutes governing Tennessees age of consent, associated criminal charges, available defenses, and penalties for conviction. In Tennessee, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to have sex with a minor (someone younger than 18), even if the sex is consensual.

Can you move out at 16 without parental consent in Tennessee?

No unless a court approves and give the children what is legally called emancipation. Tennessee Age of a minor: Any person under 18 years of age. A runaway may also be referred to as an unruly child.

What is the oldest an 18 year-old can date?

This rule states that by dividing your own age by two and then adding seven you can find the socially acceptable minimum age of anyone you want to date. So if youre a 24-year-old, you can feel free to be with anyone who is at least 19 (12 + 7) but not someone who is 18.

What is considered a minor in Tennessee?

Minor means a person of either sex under 18 years of age.

What rights do minors have in Tennessee?

As a minor, you have the right to be supported and protected by your parents. This means that they must give you necessary food, shelter, clothes, education and medical care. Your parents can choose your friends, clothes and religion.