Lewd Act on a Child

Touching a child under 14 for sexual reasons.

Serious crime. Can mean state prison.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You touched a child
2. 2The child was under 14
3. 3It was for sexual arousal

Possible punishment

3, 6, or 8 years. Registration. Strike.