Sexual abuse- third degree - Oregon Sexual Assault Laws

In Oregon, the criminal charge of Sexual abuse- third degree is classified as a Class A misdemeanor.

Sexual abuse- third degree Crime & Punishment in Oregon :

The Oregon code § 163.415 defines one degrees of the crime sexual abuse- third 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	Sexual abuse- third degree - Charge Description	Punishment
Class A misdemeanor	A person commits the crime of sexual abuse in the third degree if: the person subjects another person to sexual contact and the person intentionally propels any dangerous substance at a victim without the consent of the victim. “Dangerous substance” means blood, urine, semen or feces. A person commits the crime of sexual abuse in the third degree if: the person subjects another person to sexual contact and the victim is incapable of consent by reason of being under 18 years of age. A person commits the crime of sexual abuse in the third degree if: the person subjects another person to sexual contact and the victim does not consent to the sexual contact.	A maximum prison sentence of 1 year and/or a maximum fine of 6250

Sexual abuse- third degree defined in other states :

Sexual abuse- third degree is a charge in a total of five other state(s). The exact definition, charge type, and potential sentencing of this charge varying state to state. For further details please refer to the state page.

State	Charge Type(s)	Punishment(s)
District of Columbia	Felony	Up to 10 years in prison; fine of up to $100,000
Iowa	Class C felony	Up to 10 years in prison
Kentucky	Class B misdemeanor	Up to 90 days in prison
New York	Class B felony	5-25 years in jail
West Virginia	Misdemeanor	Maximum of 90 days in a country jail, and/or a maximum fine of $500

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