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Rape- first degree - Delaware Sexual Assault Laws
In Delaware, the criminal charge of Rape- first degree is classified as a Class A felony.
In Delaware, the criminal charge of Rape- first degree is classified as a Class A felony.
Rape- first degree Crime & Punishment in Delaware :
The Delaware code § 773 defines one degrees of the crime rape- first degree, 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 | Rape- first degree - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
|
Class A felony |
15 years to life in prison |
Rape- first degree defined in other states :
Rape- first degree is a charge in a total of nine other state(s). The exact definition, charge type, and potential sentencing of this charge varying state to state. For further details please refer to the state page.
| State | Charge Type(s) | Punishment(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Class A felony | No less than 10 years and no more than life or 99 years |
| Kentucky | Class A felony; Class B felony | 20-50 years in prison; 10-20 years in prison |
| Maryland | Felony | Sentence not to exceed life without parole; Sentence not to exceed life |
| New York | Class B felony | 5-25 years in jail |
| North Carolina | Class B1 felony | Minimum sentence of imprisonment is 25 years (defendant is give life w/o parole if victim under 12 or if defendant has prior B1 conviction ) |
| Oklahoma | Felony | Punishable by death or imprisonment in the State Penitentiary for a minimum of 5 years. |
| Oregon | Class A felony | Up to 20 years; $300,000 fine |
| South Dakota | Class C felony | Life imprisonment and up to $50,000 in fines |
| Washington | Class A felony | Maximum of life in prison, and/or a fine of $50,000 |