Sexual Battery
“Sexual battery” has a very broad definition and many actions, short of rape and certain other statutorily specified crimes, can fall into this “catch all” category. “Sexual battery” is defined as touching by one person upon another, that is of a sexual nature, and that is unwanted. This definition is broad and vague for a reason. What one person may consider a “sexual battery” and what another person may consider a “sexual battery” is subjective and can be two very different things.
Imagine this scenario: two people who already know each other are talking…maybe flirting…one person may think his/her actions are being playful and joking around with the other, whereas the other person may not be receptive and could consider the joking around to be offensive. That person may report the unwanted behavior to local police and in turn have it interpreted as “sexual battery.” “Sexual battery” can also include many more serious types of behavior. For example:groping, unwanted touching of genitalia (over or under clothing), etc…
Essentially, “sexual battery” is a catch-all sex crime. If you or someone you know is being charged with, or investigated for a sex-related offense, you need to consult a knowledgeable and experienced sex crimes defense attorney immediately. The sex crimes defense lawyers of WILL & WILL, LLP are former prosecutors and career defense attorneys that have handled all types of sex-related cases. Call us or fill out our online contact form today for your free consultation.
