Sexual assault- first degree - Rhode Island Sexual Assault Laws

In Rhode Island, the criminal charge of Sexual assault- first degree is classified as a Felony.

Sexual assault- first degree Crime & Punishment in Rhode Island :

The Rhode Island code § 11-37-2 defines one degrees of the crime sexual assault- 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	Sexual assault- first degree - Charge Description	Punishment
Felony	Offender engages in sexual penetration with victim, and offender engages in medical treatment or examination of victim for the purpose of sexual arousal or gratification. Offender engages in sexual penetration with victim, and offender through concealment or by the element of surprise, is able to overcome victim. Offender engages in sexual penetration with victim, and offender uses force or coercion. Offender engages in sexual penetration with victim, and offender knows or has reason to know that victim is mentally incapacitated, mentally disabled, or physically helpless.

Sexual assault- first degree defined in other states :

Sexual assault- first degree is a charge in a total of six 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)
Arkansas	Class A felony	6-30 years; up to $15,000 fine
Hawaii	Class A felony	Up to 20 years in jail
Nebraska	Class II felony	Second offense: minimum sentence of 25 years without parole.; 3 to 50 years based on personal injury; 3 year mandatory minimum; second offense: minimum sentence of 25 years without parole
West Virginia	Felony	15-35 years in in a state correctional facility, and/or a maximum fine of $10,000
Wisconsin	Class B felony	Maximum of 66 years in prison
Wyoming	Felony	5-50 years in prison

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