Third-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Attorneys in Waterford, Michigan
Like first-degree Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC), third-degree CSC involves sexual penetration, however slight, rather than mere sexual contact. Third-degree criminal sexual conduct differs from 1st-degree in that the sub-set of circumstances are fewer and relatively less egregious; this is why CSC 3rd is not a capital offense like CSC 1st. Contact a skilled Waterford & Clarkston third-degree criminal sexual conduct lawyer at Clarkston Legal for assistance if you are facing such charges.
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A prosecutor must prove an incident of sexual penetration and one of the following circumstances beyond a reasonable doubt to establish the crime of CSC 3rd degree:
the victim is between 13 and 16-years old;
force or coercion is used to achieve the sexual penetration;
the accused knows or should have known that the victim is mentally incapable, incapacitated or physically helpless;
the victim is related to the accused by blood or affinity to the third degree;
the victim is between the ages of 16 and 18, is a student at a school, and the accused is a teacher or administrator.
Like second-degree CSC, third-degree criminal sexual conduct is a 15-year felony where probation is not a sentencing option; some jail or prison term is required.
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If you are facing third-degree criminal sexual conduct charges, the sex crimes lawyers at Clarkston Legal can help. We offer an initial free consultation, so call us today.