In Texas, the age of consent is 17-years-old. If someone age 18 or older engages in sexual activity with a minor who is 16 or younger, he or she can be prosecuted under Texas statutory rape law, indecency with a child.

Can a 18-year-old date a 14 year old legally?

If you are 18 and she is 14, you could be arrested and charged with serious sex crimes, even if you dont actually have sex. Thats the kind of crime that can stick with you for life.