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Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child - Illinois Sexual Assault Laws
In Illinois, the criminal charge of Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child is classified as a Statutory Class X felony.
In Illinois, the criminal charge of Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child is classified as a Statutory Class X felony.
Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child Crime & Punishment in Illinois :
The Illinois code § 5/11-1.40 defines one degrees of the crime predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, 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 | Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
|
Class X felony STATUTORY |
When victim under the age of 13. | 30-60 years in prison |
Illinois law allows predatory criminal sexual assault of a child to be enforced as a statutory charge. This means that this charge can be applied to cases in which the victim is younger than the Illinois Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Predatory criminal sexual assault of a child is a charge that is unique to Illinois. Crimes that would be prosecuted as predatory criminal sexual assault of a child in Illinois will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.