Sexual abuse- third degree - New York Sexual Assault Laws

In New York, the criminal charge of Sexual abuse- third degree is classified as a Class B felony.

Sexual abuse- third degree Crime & Punishment in New York :

The New York code § 130.55 defines one degrees of the crime sexual abuse- third 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 Sexual abuse- third degree - Charge Description Punishment
Class B felony
A person commits sexual abuse in the third degree when the offender subjects another person to sexual contact without consent 5-25 years in jail

Sexual abuse- third degree defined in other states :

Sexual abuse- third degree is a charge in a total of five 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)
District of Columbia Felony Up to 10 years in prison; fine of up to $100,000
Iowa Class C felony Up to 10 years in prison
Kentucky Class B misdemeanor Up to 90 days in prison
Oregon Class A misdemeanor A maximum prison sentence of 1 year and/or a maximum fine of 6250
West Virginia Misdemeanor Maximum of 90 days in a country jail, and/or a maximum fine of $500

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