The Age of Consent
HRS § 707-730 — sixteen, and a class A felony when the older person is five or more years older
| The younger person | The older person | The charge |
|---|---|---|
| The younger personUnder fourteen | The older personAnyone | The chargeSexual assault in the first degree, a class A felony |
| The younger personAt least fourteen, under sixteen | The older personNo less than five years older and not married to the minor | The chargeSexual assault in the first degree, a class A felony |
Who handles this in Hawaii: Hawaii State Bar Association, Lawyer Referral and Information Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Hawaii directory.
Smaller age gaps and other conduct are covered by other sections not set out here. A charge, or the worry of one, is a question for a licensed Hawaii attorney.
Sources for this section (1)
- HRS 707-730 — Sexual assault in the first degree
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Hawaii attorney.