Sexual Assault

Question: Sexual Assault? I was searching for sexual predators in my are and I found this guy I know and his conviction is listed as "NJ014 - AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEX. ASSAULT" Can somebody elaborate on just exactly what that may mean. This is in Pennsylvania. I know they guy from coming into the beer store I work at. He is a true scumbag and I've almost gotten into fist fights with him on a number of occasions.

Answer: It means the person has been found guilty and convicted of the offense of a serious sexual assault on someone. This may have been a woman or a man or a child. It really means that the person used brute force, punching, hitting, that kind of thing then they sexually assaulted the person. The man could have punched a woman/man and grabbed his/her breasts/genitals and touched her/him in private areas, whilst holding her/him down and using force. It does not normally mean rape.

Question: Sexual assault? New year last year I had drank a lot... too much. I passed out on the floor next to a bunch of friends and the next morning I woke up and a guy I hadn't seen since high school was trying to undo my bra and had his hand down my pants. There was no digital penetration. But he was as close as you can come before that. Is this sexual assault? I just tried to laugh it off as him being extremely drunk still and it just being one of those things that happens. This guy was not at my house when I passed out he came over long after I had passed out. Also this happened at my parents house with 10 of my close friends all passed out around me. I also woke up and told him to ge tthe he** off me. I told my firends about it the next day and they told me not to make it a big deal since nothing really happened. So I just kind of forgot about it until a discussion we had in one of my classes today.

Answer: My goodness! The answers you have gotten, lol. Ok, so, to answer your question, and remember, I don't know what state your talking about so I have to go with mine. It sounds more like sexual misconduct. Sexual assault occurs when the act involves force, violence or threat of intimidation. Sexual misconduct is non-consensual intentional physical conduct of a sexual nature. Since he basically invaded your privacy, and you are unharmed and not afraid of him in any way, I would seek the advice of a lawyer before filing charges. The legal cost alone would be staggering.

Question: sexual assault? i know a girl who has been a sexual assault victim while she was younger and it seem she can't be serious about relationships, she broke up with me without any serious reasons , she did that with all her boyfriends too before me. we still see each other and i feel she may still love me but kind of afraid of relationships,and i do love her. anyway could that be related and what should i do , if theres something i can do about this

Answer: Tell her to get some help.

Question: Would you prefer to ask a question online about sexual assault or telephone a service? Which do you think people would prefer to do? Ask a question online about sexual assault or telephone a sexual assault service for information or support? I am a student researching disclosures of sexual assault on social networking sites. To help my research I would really like to understand what are the impacts (positive & negative) of disclosing sexual assault or abuse on social network sites in particular for young people.

Answer: Online is easier and very private but the advice could vary and it may be harder to get help. A phone call would be uncomfortable at the start but it would make the victim feel less alone and they would receive better advice and support from the one on one communication. My vote -Telephone

Question: What's the difference between rape and sexual assault? Aren't they the same? In the news, sometimes it says rape, other times it says sexual assault. What's the difference?

Answer: most of the time it is the lack of professionalism in the media, they fail to get it right. But even law enforcement is inconsistent in their definitions. Rape involves penetration - sexual assault may simply be unwanted groping or touching.

Question: What are some criteria for sexual assault law reforms? I need some criteria that can be used to evaluate whether sexual assault law reform provides just outcomes for people. Example of a criteria would be: number of convicted cases after the law reform was made or something like that. Any ideas? Thanks.

Answer: Rate of recitivism is really the only valid criteria.

Question: Whats the difference between molest and sexual assault? Im currently taking a criminology course, and I want to know whats the difference between the two? I know sexual assault is unwanted touch, but isn't that also molest? Also from what I seen, the word "molest" seems to only apply to children,

Answer: I think one has to do with touching the genitals of another. Molest can be unwanted touching as can sexual assault, but can also include touching boobs or rubbing thighs etc where (thank you Bill Clinton) sexual touching is not involved.

Question: How much can a victim of sexual assault stand to win in court? There's this sleazy surfing instructor my friend had a lesson with eight months ago. She finally opened up about it, and the two of us are trying to put our heads together to decide what to do about it. The lesson was seventy bucks, but she was too uncomfortable to ask for a refund. So I just took this seminar for my job, and I was like, "Kaylee, that's sexual assault. That's totally not okay." (Because she was basically groped all through her surfing lesson.) So do any of you have any idea what the best move to make would be? And how much money does my friend stand to collect in damages? Because I really want justice for her.

Answer: The first thing you would want to do is write to the Better Business Bureau-Attorney Generals Office within your state. Give as much details as possible, including photos, receipts, addresses of employment (Other surfing instructors may be doing the same thing to their clients/pupils), etc. Then get in touch with the District Attorney's Office within your region/county. An undercover operation may be needed to flush out any and all wrong-doing at that place of business. It may be some type of "acceptable" practice at that place of business that needs to be addressed by an authorized criminal investigative body. Notify the National Organization for Women-N.O.W.- through the phone book or through your church help group. You may want to contact an analyst or physician about the matter or even your local clergy. Details and proof are essential as is the strength to follow through with your efforts or else everything you feel and attempt will be lost. Others may have been wrongfully challanged or harmed as well. Chances are, once someone gets the ball rolling, others will step forward and perhaps a class action law suit may be filed. Seek the advise of an attorney, the Legal Aid Sociaty or the American Civil Liberties Union for court action. You may be the victim of someone who has perpertrated a crime against others as well. You may also contact the press, radio call in shows, t.v. news station or the local print media-newspapers. Try writing a Letter-To-The-Editor to more than one newspaper about the matter. It is much easier to win a civil case than it is to win a criminal case against someone. The 'Beyond a Reasonable Doubt' clause does not apply in a civil case. But, you would still need some satisfying or substantive evidense to proceed in a civil case. You may also want to contact John Walsh on AMERICA'S MOST WANTED and ask for some advise and seek out others who may have been wrongfully harmed. The number is 1-800-CRIME-TV. The point is, there is no one solution, but a myriad of choices and avenues you can persue. You should not be ashamed of being a victim. The Surfing Instructor is the one who should be ashamed of himself as should the business or employer that hired him. They are the culprits, not your girlfriend. ABOVE ALL...Do Not Go In Fear. Criminals rely upon victims being too frigtened or ashamed to come forward. Seek counsel and/or professional advise, asap. If you need any furthur advise or assistance, please get back to me at yahoo messenger, same handle. I am a retired peace officer. Get 'em....

Question: How are girls raised to fear sexual assault? What is told to young girls when they are growing up to warn them about rape/sexual assault? How are they told to act, and what are they told about men and what to watch out for?

Answer: I've been told that you can never really trust anyone as a result it's caused me to be quite paranoid when in public. I won't go through parking lots without looking under cars for creepers that could possibly pop out and assault me. I carry mace on me and never let people get too close to me. Girls are often seen as vulnerable I guess this is why we often come off as too cautious.

Question: Sexual assault of a minor is a serious crime, but what do we need to make sure the victim gets help? In a case involving sexual assault with a minor, with DNA evidence is the victim's statement needed to pursue the case? I have a daughter who has a friend who was caught with her 20 yr old boyfriend and she does not want to pursue it. What can we do? Does she need to do anything if the law already has all they need?

Answer: Depends on the age of the victim,if the victim has to give evidence i think it would be by video and no one except the judge will know the victims Identity.

Question: How would you do a hypothetical for sexual assault? Im doing a PowerPoint for Sexual Assault, and basically describe the crime, what it is defined in the Texas Penal Code. What is the range of punishment for the actor, by years in prison & fine. And finally doing a hypothetical for my class to reflect on. But I don't know where to start?? Any help.

Answer: http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy&hl=en…

Question: Is there really sexual assault in the military against women? I've heard from different people on this, but aparently there is a HUGE number of military-women within the U.S. military who are sexually assaulted or raped within the military, I've heard from 1-in-3 to 1-in-10, I mean I know any form of sexual assault is a problem, but is it a big problematic problem. My question is, are the numbers really high in the military as others have said, and what can one do to stop/reduce this from happening any further?

Answer: I dont know if your stats are correct but i do know that its a huge problem not only with women who are serving but alot of women on base period my friend who is a Lt. in the army based out in washington has to deal with the paper work on these cases all the time... women are constantly harrased by other soldiers and are often forced to have sex not always physical force but i know when another friend of mine was in Iraq he was telling me about how one of the commanders suggested that one particular female do "favors" and when she refused she was assigned to the more dangerous patrols more frequently ... but to be honest these cases are not as frequent as i think you said its more common for women to be sexually harrased not so much as raped and honestly from wht i know they really try as hard as possible to prevent this different seminars and stuff and when stuff does happen its handled quickly and seriously

Question: Does online communication make it easier to disclose sexual assault or abuse? I am researching disclosures of sexual assault on social networking sites. To help my research I would really like to understand what are the impacts (positive & negative) of disclosing sexual assault or abuse on social network sites in particular for young people.

Answer: hmm, if I get what your really asking I have an answer. (If you were assaulted.) Animosity, you don't have to post who you really are and you can get support, or just the, "I'm sorry that happened to you." The positive side is that you get relief from actually letting someone know it happened, gain courage to go further with it, and simply heal from it. The negative is worry that someone you didn't want to know this, finds out, that you will be told you are wrong, and that you may be shunned/ridiculed. Hope I can add an insight.

Question: Are victims of sexual assault more likely to become sexually active? Do post-sexual assault victims tend to put themselves in dangerous positions, fall for more sexually active partners, or something along those lines? I read this somewhere and would like to know the credibility.

Answer: In studies yes.

Question: What is the difference in sexual assault, harassment, and abuse? This has been on my mind a while, and I want to know what the definitions of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and sexual abuse are.

Answer: assault = I hit your boobie. harassment = I tell you about how I'd love to hit that boobie. abuse = I keep doing all of the above.

Question: What is the statute of limitation for sexual assault in Alberta, Canada? Simple sexual assault, not aggravated or with a weapon. Need to know, it's important. Not funny, dude.

Answer: Under section 271 of the Criminal Code there are numerous circumstances that must be considered particularly if the victim was a minor. My understanding is that there is no statute of limitations and that the maximum sentance is up to 10 years in prison. It's considered a federal crime and therefore not limited to a particular province.

Question: Can i join the military with 4th degree sexual assault class D? Can i join the military with 4th degree sexual assault class D on my record? Sorry i was wrong, it is a 4th degree Class A misdemeanor, and it didn't even involve anything sexual so people please keep the rude comments to yourself. Thanks.

Answer: No. ANYTHING involving a sex crime is a big no-go...even peeing in public.. How was it a "4th degree sexual assault class D" and didn't involve anything sexual?

Question: what exactly does the term sexual assault consist of? I live in Northampton in the next court to an incident that took place on friday tea-time to a 10 year old girl.I don't want to scare my kid's but I do have to explain why they can't play out on a nice day such as today.It started me thinking what exactly is sexual assault?

Answer: Sexual assault is any uninvited sexual contact. The police know the reality of the risk to children, unless they have explicitly said not to let your kids out then don't punish them, let them out under supervision.

Question: What are the details of sexual assault in texas? I had sex with a 21 year old guy when I was 14. I gave consent, but he was very manipulative and controlling. Now, I have an attorney and we are trying to press charges. But im still not sure of the maximum sentence he could face, and what evidence is needed to make it a case. I am also not sure of what could make it an aggravated sexual assault case. I just need a run-down on the whole penal code, Texas laws, etc.

Answer: Texas § 22. 011 Sexual assault for anyone to intentionally or knowingly penetrate a person under age 17, other than his spouse. The actor has an affirmative defense if he is not more than three years older than the victim, who is at least age 14 Two to 20 years in prison

Question: Is it sexist to have 3 woman judges in a sexual assault case appeal? Isn't it a little bit sexist to have all 3 woman judges for a male sexual assault appeal case on a female teenager?

Answer: I think the term you are looking for is "unlucky" - not sexist.