The Difference Between Criminal Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault
In Illinois, criminal sexual abuse and criminal sexual assault are both felonies. There is a lot of discussion on the difference between the two during sentencing, however, because one is a much higher “level” felony, which generally means more time behind bars.
If you or someone you know is being charged with criminal sexual abuse or criminal
sexual assault, it’s imperative that you know the difference between the two, as well as their respective penalties and sentencing standards.
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