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Examples of Sexual Abuse and Assault in Connecticut and How Long Do I Have to Bring a Case
Many different acts committed against another person can fall under the definition of sexual abuse in Connecticut. Any sexual activity involving a minor, for example, is against the law . The law is that you were below the age of 18, you may bring a case against the perpetrator until your 48th birthday.
There are exceptions. For instance, if your perpetrator was convicted of a sexual assault crime, under the law in Connecticut, you may bring a case any time.
The following are examples of sexual abuse:
- Unwanted or nonconsensual touching of the private parts
- Stroking an individual with sexual intent
- Kissing, hugging or groping
- Exposing one’s private parts in public
- Sexual exploitation
- Rape or attempted rate
- Statutory rape
- Oral, vaginal or anal penetration
- Forced oral copulation
- Child molestation
- Child pornography