sexual offense

A sexual offense is a crime where one person engages in sexual activity with another without their consent or in a way that violates their boundaries. This includes acts such as assault, molestation, or exploitation, regardless of whether force, threats, or coercion are involved. Consent must be voluntary and informed; without it, the activity is considered non-consensual and illegal. Sexual offenses are serious violations of personal autonomy and can have lasting physical and emotional impacts on victims. Laws are in place to protect individuals from such acts and to hold offenders accountable.