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Aggravated rape of a child three years or less - Tennessee Sexual Assault Laws
In Tennessee, the criminal charge of Aggravated rape of a child three years or less is classified as a Statutory Class A felony.
In Tennessee, the criminal charge of Aggravated rape of a child three years or less is classified as a Statutory Class A felony.
Aggravated rape of a child three years or less Crime & Punishment in Tennessee :
The Tennessee code § 39-13-531 defines one degrees of the crime aggravated rape of a child three years or less, 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 | Aggravated rape of a child three years or less - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
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Class A felony STATUTORY |
Maximum of 60 years in prison and a maximum fine $50,000 |
Tennessee law allows aggravated rape of a child three years or less 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 Tennessee Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Aggravated rape of a child three years or less is a charge that is unique to Tennessee. Crimes that would be prosecuted as aggravated rape of a child three years or less in Tennessee will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.