Sexual Offences Act 2003 Flashcards
1
Q
What is Section 1 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003?
A
Rape
2
Q
What is the definition of rape?
A
A person (A) commits an offence if he intentionally penetrates the vagina, anus or mouth of another with his penis, B does not consent to the penetration, and A does not reasonably believe that B consents.
3
Q
What parts of the body are covered under s1 SOA 2003?
A
Vagina, Anus, Mouth
4
Q
What is Section 2 SOA?
A
Assault by Penetration
5
Q
True or False - The mouth is not included within Assault by Penetration.
A
True - Penetration has to be through the vagina or anus.
6
Q
What is S3 SOA?
A
Sexual Assault
7
Q
What factors can make sexual assault more serious?
A
Abuse of Position
Use of drugs or other substances
Use of violence/coercion
Use of weapons
Repeated reoffending
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