Criminal Sexual Conduct- fifth degree - Minnesota Sexual Assault Laws

In Minnesota, the criminal charge of Criminal Sexual Conduct- fifth degree is classified as a unspecified crime.

Criminal Sexual Conduct- fifth degree Crime & Punishment in Minnesota :

The Minnesota code § 609.3451 defines one degrees of the crime criminal sexual conduct- fifth degree , 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	Criminal Sexual Conduct- fifth degree - Charge Description	Punishment
		Sentence of not more than 1 year, fine up to $3,000, or both (subsequent offense sentencing is five year maximum sentence, or up to $10,000 fine, or both)

Criminal Sexual Conduct- fifth degree is a charge that is unique to Minnesota. Crimes that would be prosecuted as criminal sexual conduct- fifth degree in Minnesota will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.

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