What Is Criminal Sexual Conduct

 The term Criminal Sexual Conduct usually refers to an attack on a person that is sexual in nature. The legal definition of this term actually differs, however, from state to state. In some states, sexual assault is synonymous with rape forced sexual intercourse or sexual contact without consent while other states have no crime known as sexual assault and instead define sexual conduct without consent as rape, criminal sexual penetration, criminal sexual contact and sexual battery.


 



 



Sex crime charges are considered to be some of the worst crimes that a person can commit. For that reason, it is so critical to have a strong, experienced defense attorney on your side, fighting to protect you. Lots of men are in Michigan prisons today because of false accusations.


 


 


The following is a list of many of the most common types of sex crimes that are covered by the Michigan criminal code. We’ve also included brief descriptions of what each crime involves and what penalties accompany it. There are also links to further information, for those who would like to know more. You should not think that this information is complete.


 



Criminal Sexual Conduct Penalty And Definition



1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Under Michigan law, First Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct (also called CSC first)  is considered to be the most serious of the four degrees of CSC. 1st Degree CSC involves two factors that must both be proven in order for this charge to be made. The first factor is that there must have been sexual penetration of the alleged victim.


 



1st Degree CSC is punishable by up to life in prison or any term of years, along with the requirement that the convicted register as a sex offender for life. Additionally, Michigan has a mandatory minimum sentence of 25 years for this offense when the victim is under the age of 13.


 


 


 


2nd Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

While still considered to be a serious crime, Second Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct is less severe than 1st Degree CSC. This is because it doesn’t involve penetration, but rather sexual contact with the victim. Sexual contact in this case is defines as intimate touching of the genital area or private parts. The “private parts” can be even the thigh. 


 



2nd Degree CSC is punishable by up to 15 years in prison. After their release from prison, a convicted person would be required by law to register as a sex offender for 25 years. 


 


 



3rd Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Third Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct  refers to sexual penetration of the alleged victim. However, in this scenario, the victim is either under the age of consent which is age 16 in Michigan, is unable to consent due to being mentally incapacitated, or the accused is alleged to have used force to achieve the sexual penetration.


 


3rd Degree CSC is punishable by up to 15 years in prison, and the requirement that upon release, the convicted register with the state for life as a sex offender. 


 


 


4th Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct

Fourth Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC 4th) involves no penetration but, like 2nd Degree CSC, refers instead to sexual touching of an intimate nature. 4th Degree CSC is punishable by up to two years in prison, and a possible fine of $500. Additionally, the convicted person could be required to register as a sex offender for any number of years up to life.


 


 



Criminal sexual conduct carries with it the possibility of lengthy incarceration, crippling fines, and the devastation caused by having this sort of offense listed on your criminal record. For these reasons, it’s essential that you retain an experienced sex crime lawyer to defend you if you are facing this category of criminal charges.

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