Question: if you are 17 are you a minor

Answer: Yes, In the United States as of 1995, minor is generally legally defined as a person under the age of 18. Although in the context of alcohol or gambling laws, people under the age of 21 may also sometimes be referred to as ``minors''. However, not all minors are considered ``juveniles'' in terms of criminal responsibility. As is frequently the case in the United States, the laws vary widely by state.