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FelonyCalifornia · Penal Code § 261

Rape

Having sex with someone without their consent.

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. 1Sex happened.
  2. 2The person did not agree, or could not agree.
  3. 3Force, fear, or the person's condition was used.

Possible punishment

3, 6, or 8 years in prison.

Good to know: Requires sex offender registration. Strike.