What is rape?

Rape is an act of sexual penetration committed against a person who does not consent to the sexual contact, or is incapable of consenting. This includes situations in which a victim is… Forced to engage in intercourse Threatened with harm if she or he does not participate Prevented from resisting due to intoxication from alcohol or drugs Incapable of giving consent because of a disability Asleep or unconscious to the nature of the act << Back