Statutory Rape- first degree - Missouri Sexual Assault Laws

In Missouri, the criminal charge of Statutory Rape- first degree is classified as a Statutory Felony.

Statutory Rape- first degree Crime & Punishment in Missouri :

The Missouri code § 566.032 defines one degrees of the crime statutory rape- first 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	Statutory Rape- first degree - Charge Description	Punishment
Felony STATUTORY	If victim is younger then 12. If the crime is committed by multiple actors. If weapon used. If victim was injured.	10 years to life 10 years to life 5 years to life

Missouri law allows statutory rape- first degree 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 Missouri Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.

Statutory Rape- first degree is a charge that is unique to Missouri. Crimes that would be prosecuted as statutory rape- first degree in Missouri will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.

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