Can we really speak of sexual abuse if no weapon is used, or physical violence committed?
A | Sexual abuse is defined as any unwanted act of a sexual nature imposed by one person on another. According to the criminal code, this can extend to unwanted fondling or kissing, or any form of penetration or sexual attack that injures the victim or places his/her life in danger. Furthermore, most acts of sexual abuse are committed by familiar persons who are more apt to have recourse to ruses or threats. It should be noted that some sexual abuse, such as exhibitionism and voyeurism, is committed without physical contact.
| Sexual abuse is defined as any unwanted act of a sexual nature imposed by one person on another. According to the criminal code, this can extend to unwanted fondling or kissing, or any form of penetration or sexual attack that injures the victim or places his/her life in danger. Furthermore, most acts of sexual abuse are committed by familiar persons who are more apt to have recourse to ruses or threats. It should be noted that some sexual abuse, such as exhibitionism and voyeurism, is committed without physical contact.
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