Sexual imposition - North Dakota Sexual Assault Laws

In North Dakota, the criminal charge of Sexual imposition is classified as a Class B felony.

Sexual imposition Crime & Punishment in North Dakota :

The North Dakota code § 12.1-20-04 defines one degrees of the crime sexual imposition, 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 imposition - Charge Description	Punishment
Class B felony	A person who engages in a sexual act or sexual contact with another, or who causes another to engage in a sexual act or sexual contact, if the actor compels the other person to submit by any threat or coercion. A person who engages in a sexual act or sexual contact with another, or who causes another to engage in a sexual act or sexual contact, if the actor engages in a sexual act or sexual contact with another, as part of an induction, initiation, ceremony, pledge, hazing, or qualification to become a member or an associate of any criminal street gang.	Up to 10 years in prison and/or a maximum fine of $10,000

Sexual imposition defined in other states :

Sexual imposition is a charge in a total of one 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)
Ohio	Misdemeanor of the first degree; Misdemeanor of the third degree	A maximum of 6 months in prison; Up to 60 days in prison

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