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Sexual Assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship - Connecticut Sexual Assault Laws
In Connecticut, the criminal charge of Sexual Assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship is classified as a Class B felony.
In Connecticut, the criminal charge of Sexual Assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship is classified as a Class B felony.
Sexual Assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship Crime & Punishment in Connecticut :
The Connecticut code § 53a-70b defines one degrees of the crime sexual assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship, each with associated punishments. The degree of the crime depends on the specifics of the crime committed, with higher degrees of the charge generally receiving harsher punishments.
| Severity | Sexual Assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
|
Class B felony |
1 to 20 years in prison, up to a $15,000 fine |
Sexual Assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship is a charge that is unique to Connecticut. Crimes that would be prosecuted as sexual assault in the spousal or cohabitating relationship in Connecticut will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.