Sexual abuse- third degree - West Virginia Sexual Assault Laws

In West Virginia, the criminal charge of Sexual abuse- third degree is classified as a Misdemeanor.

Sexual abuse- third degree Crime & Punishment in West Virginia :

The West Virginia code § 61-8B-9 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
Misdemeanor	If the defendant was less than sixteen years old. If the defendant was less than four years older than the victim.	Maximum of 90 days in a country jail, and/or a maximum fine of $500

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
New York	Class B felony	5-25 years in jail
Oregon	Class A misdemeanor	A maximum prison sentence of 1 year and/or a maximum fine of 6250

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