While some teens will start dating earlier than others, romantic interests are normal and healthy during adolescence. Some kids are more overt or vocal about their interest in dating but most are paying attention and intrigued by the prospect of a romantic life, even if they keep it to themselves.

What age can a 14-year-old date up to?

This would allow a sixteen-year-old to lawfully have sex with a fourteen-year-old, but make it criminal for an eighteen-year-old to have sex with that same fourteen-year-old. Examples of different states statutory ages of consent: California – The age of consent in California is 18.

Is it bad for a 14-year-old to date?

A: Allowing a fourteen-year-old to date an adult is very likely unwise. Although she will no doubt disagree, your daughters worldliness is probably limited, and she may be quite naïve in terms of relationships and potential sexual matters.