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Unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in - Kentucky Sexual Assault Laws
In Kentucky, the criminal charge of Unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in is classified as a Statutory Class D felony.
In Kentucky, the criminal charge of Unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in is classified as a Statutory Class D felony.
Unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in Crime & Punishment in Kentucky :
The Kentucky code § 510.155 defines one degrees of the crime unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in , 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 | Unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
|
Class D felony STATUTORY |
1-5 years in prison |
Kentucky law allows unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in to be enforced as a statutory charge. This means that this charge can be applied to cases in which the victim is younger than the Kentucky Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in is a charge that is unique to Kentucky. Crimes that would be prosecuted as unlawful use of electronic means to induce a minor to engage in in Kentucky will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.