As criminal defense attorneys in Kansas, we are often asked to provide legal counsel and advice on matters related to unlawful sexual relations. This is an important issue that requires the utmost attention and consideration due to the potential for serious consequences if someone is convicted of this crime. Unlawful sexual relations typically occur when a person who is in a "position of authority" over someone who is 16 years or older and engages in consensual sexual intercourse, lewd fondling or touching, or sodomy and who is not married to the offender.
Rape involves non-consensual penetration, while sodomy includes oral sex, anal sex, digital penetration using fingers , and mutual masturbation between adults who are not married to one another. Both offenses carry stiff penalties under Kansas law and can result in prison time as well as fines and restitution payments.
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Additionally, those convicted may face additional punishments such as mandatory counseling and registration on state sex offender registries which can severely limit their future job prospects among many other things.
When it comes to defending a client accused of unlawful sexual relations in Kansas there are several defense strategies that may be employed depending on the facts at hand:.
Ultimately though it is important for anyone charged with this type of crime to seek qualified legal representation so they have access to all available defenses that could lead to a dismissal or reduced sentence.
