Rape; person who has sexual intercourse with complaining witness accomplished by coercion. (SB21)
Introduced By
Sen. Richard Stuart (R-Westmoreland)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Rape by coercion. Provides that any person who has sexual intercourse with a complaining witness, accomplished against the complaining witness's will by coercion, is guilty of rape. Currently such an offense must be accomplished by force, threat, or intimidation. Amends § 18.2-61 (“Rape.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
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Comments
As I posted on SB 20...if a couple gets engaged, one breaks it off...could one charge the other for Rape?
Any lawyer will tell you that in the courts, it doesn't matter what is right, it is what can be proven.
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