Legal Definitions - sexual assault

Definition: Sexual assault is a type of assault that involves any unwanted sexual contact or behavior. It can include rape, attempted rape, groping, and other forms of sexual violence.

Examples:

• A stranger grabbing someone's genitals without their consent
• A partner forcing their significant other to have sex
• A friend making sexual comments or advances towards someone who has expressed disinterest

These examples illustrate how sexual assault can take many different forms and can happen to anyone, regardless of their gender, age, or relationship to the perpetrator. It is important to understand that any sexual contact or behavior without consent is not okay and is considered sexual assault.