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Genital mutilation of a female child - Missouri Sexual Assault Laws
In Missouri, the criminal charge of Genital mutilation of a female child is classified as a Statutory Class B Felony.
In Missouri, the criminal charge of Genital mutilation of a female child is classified as a Statutory Class B Felony.
Genital mutilation of a female child Crime & Punishment in Missouri :
The Missouri code § 568.065 defines one degrees of the crime genital mutilation of a female child, 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 | Genital mutilation of a female child - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
|
Class B Felony STATUTORY |
Imprisonment between 5 years and 15 years |
Missouri law allows genital mutilation of a female child 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 Missouri Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Genital mutilation of a female child is a charge that is unique to Missouri. Crimes that would be prosecuted as genital mutilation of a female child in Missouri will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.