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Sexual assault is generally forced sexual intercourse, sodomy, or other sexual penetration of another person—against the person’s will and without the person’s consent. And although precise definitions and punishments vary from state to state, the criminal offense of aggravated sexual assault of a child includes the aggravating circumstance of the victim being a child under a certain age, as defined by the statute—which increases the severity of the crime.

In Missouri, sexual assault is legally referred to as 'sexual abuse' and encompasses any form of non-consensual sexual intercourse, sodomy, or other sexual penetration. The law considers these acts against the victim's will and without their consent. Missouri statutes differentiate between various degrees of sexual abuse, with the first degree being the most severe. Aggravated sexual assault of a child is a distinct and more serious offense, which involves a victim under the age of 14 and includes an aggravating circumstance due to the victim's age. This elevates the severity of the crime and the potential penalties upon conviction. The state imposes stringent punishments for sexual offenses, especially those involving children, which can include lengthy prison sentences and mandatory registration as a sex offender.

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