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The word of warning from these sex crime experts is that while these definitions might seem to be rather clear, in real-life situations, specifically when there is some level of intoxication involved, these guidelines might become murky. It is often when crimes take place that can result in a lot of regret at a later stage. <br>Our team is capable to provide legal presentations in the Federal District Courts and we belong to the United States Supreme Court Bar. Visit our website https://www.johngrassolaw.com/ and see what we have to offer and what our clients say about our service to them.<br><br>
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Legal Experts Provide Overview On What Defines A Sex Crime In RI As ignorance is seldom an excuse for breaking the law, you must be aware of what your rights are at all times and what constitutes when it comes to breaking the law. In certain cases, it is hard to excuse yourself for not knowing better, but then there are also other types of crimes where your behavior can end up in hot water while you were completely ignorant about the fact that you are breaking the law. Sex crimes fall into the latter category as there are certain deeds that lawmakers will consider punishable and might leave you facing the consequences of legal action. The team at John Grasso, the prominent practice of sex crime attorneys in RI, helped to bring some clarity to this matter. What they explain is that lawmakers distinguish between sex crimes in the first degree and those in the second degree. When charges against you are for first-degree sex crimes, you will be facing jail time when found guilty as the minimum punishment in the state for this crime category is 10 years imprisonment. These crimes are much easier to distinguish though and include sexual penetration, the application of force or coercion in a sexual demeanor, sexual intercourse with someone who is mentally disabled or incapacitated, intercourse with someone who is physically helpless, touching or caressing of intimate parts of a victim or any other kind of sexual contact. However, it can be harder to distinguish when it comes to second-degree sex crimes. Upon a guilty sentence of such a crime, you can expect a minimum sentence of three years in prison and it can go up to a maximum of 15 years. This would include engaging in sexual contact with another person if the accused is aware of the fact that the other person is mentally incapacitated, disabled, or physically helpless. It also includes cases where there is an element of force, surprise, or coercion involved. Lastly, second-degree sex crimes would entail sexual contact with the victim when the accused engaged in providing medical treatment or even examination with the purpose to enjoy sexual arousal, stimulation, or even gratification. These are not the only ways you can get into trouble with the courts though. Statutory rape is another matter of concern to the state authorities. Any incident when the actor is older than 18 years but the victim is between the ages of 14 and 16 years counts as a second-degree sex crime. Child molestation would be the charge if the minor was younger than 14 years of age and when penetration took place, this would constitute a first-degree sex crime. However, if there were no penetration and only sexual contact while the victim was younger than 14 years it would constitute a second-degree sex crime. These crimes all vary in the severity of the sentencing
you will be facing if found guilty of any of these charges. Sentencing varies between a minimum of five years to live in prison. Another term that does often surface when it comes to sex crimes is sodomy. Rhode Island legislation does not prohibit sodomy. The definition of sodomy includes sexual contact using oral stimulation, anal penetration, or cunnilingus. As local legislation allows this, it would not constitute a crime. However, do be sure that your partner is consenting and mentally capable to do so, otherwise, this would revert to either a first or second-degree sex crime. The word of warning from these sex crime experts is that while these definitions might seem to be rather clear, in real-life situations, specifically when there is some level of intoxication involved, these guidelines might become murky. It is often when crimes take place that can result in a lot of regret at a later stage. About Us When you are facing the stress and anxiety of criminal charges, there is hardly any better team you can get to provide the support you need than the group of criminal law experts we have on our team. We offer expertise in a range of criminal law niches and have all the experience inside and outside of the courtroom to ensure that justice prevails. Our team is capable to provide legal presentations in the Federal District Courts and we belong to the United States Supreme Court Bar. Visit our website https://www.johngrassolaw.com/ and see what we have to offer and what our clients say about our service to them.
