Rape Of A Child Under 16

The crime of rape of a child is defined as the sexual intercourse or unnatural sexual intercourse with a child under 16, where the child is compelled by force against his/her will to engage in such acts.

Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 265, Section 22A punishes the rape of a child under 16 with imprisonment in State Prison for life or for any term of years.

As in all criminal offenses involving rape, a conviction for rape of a child under 16 would render the offender subject to the requirements of sex offender registration; the person would be required to submit his/her DNA to the state’s DNA database; subject the offender to a term of community parole supervision for life; and could also serve as a predicate ‘sexual offense’ for civil commitment as a “sexually dangerous person.”

Boston criminal defense lawyer Lefteris K. Travayiakis has experience in defending persons accused with rape crimes, is available 24/7 for consultation and can help explain and defend your legal rights.

To schedule a free consultation with a Boston rape defense lawyer, contact his firm online or call 617-657-2333.