Monday, January 9, 2012

Updated Definition of Rape

Missoulian: Officials: Evidence threshold is high for rape charges

U.S. Justice Department: An Updated Definition of Rape
“For the first time ever, the new definition includes any gender of victim and perpetrator, not just women being raped by men. It also recognizes that rape with an object can be as traumatic as penile/vaginal rape. This definition also includes instances in which the victim is unable to give consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity. ”

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