The Romeo and Juliet law only applies to cases where there is a minor age difference between the two parties involved. The average difference in age varies depending on the age of consent in states with Romeo and Juliet laws.

Do Romeo and Juliet laws apply out of state?

A Romeo and Juliet law provides people accused of statutory rape with various defenses and exceptions. Around half of the states have Romeo and Juliet laws. These states include, for example, Texas and Florida. However, California has no Romeo and Juliet law.

Does the Romeo and Juliet law apply in Texas?

Essentially, the Texas Romeo and Juliet law exempts teenagers and young adults who engage in sexual relations with teens under the age of consent from being classified as sex offenders. But the Romeo and Juliet law may apply to your case.