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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 Oklahoma, sexual assault is defined under the state's criminal statutes and includes any non-consensual sexual intercourse, sodomy, or sexual penetration. Consent is a key factor, and the absence of it, whether through force, coercion, or the victim's inability to give consent, makes the act a crime. Aggravated sexual assault of a child is a more severe offense and involves a victim who is below a certain age, typically under 16 years old in Oklahoma. This age factor is considered an aggravating circumstance that increases the severity of the crime and the potential penalties upon conviction. The exact punishments for sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault of a child can vary, but they often include lengthy prison sentences, fines, and mandatory registration as a sex offender.

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