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December 1, 2025

163.415. Sexual abuse in the third degree

(1) A person commits the crime of sexual abuse in the third degree if:
 

(a) The person subjects another person to sexual contact and:
 

(A) The victim does not consent to the sexual contact; or
 

(B) The victim is incapable of consent by reason of being under 18 years of age; or
 

(b) For the purpose of arousing or gratifying the sexual desire of the person or another person, the person intentionally propels any dangerous substance at a victim without the consent of the victim.
 

(2) Sexual abuse in the third degree is a Class A misdemeanor.
 

(3) As used in this section, “dangerous substance” means blood, urine, semen or feces.

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