D.C. Code § 22-3002: First degree sexual abuse.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 22. Criminal Offenses and Penalties.
- Chapter 30. Sexual Abuse.
- Subchapter II. Sex Offenses.
(a)
A person shall be imprisoned for any term of years or for life, and in addition, may be fined not more than the amount set forth in § 22-3571.01, if that person engages in or causes another person to engage in or submit to a sexual act in the following manner:
(1)
By using force against that other person;
(2)
By threatening or placing that other person in reasonable fear that any person will be subjected to death, bodily injury, or kidnapping;
(3)
After rendering that other person unconscious; or
(4)
After administering to that other person by force or threat of force, or without the knowledge or permission of that other person, a drug, intoxicant, or other similar substance that substantially impairs the ability of that other person to appraise or control his or her conduct.
(b)
The court may impose a prison sentence in excess of 30 years only in accordance with § 22-3020 or § 24-403.01(b-2). For purposes of imprisonment following revocation of release authorized by § 24-403.01(b)(7), the offense defined by this section is a Class A felony.
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