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Rape in Illinois
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Illinois law defines rape as committing unlawful sexual intercourse with a person, without consent from that person, usually through force or intimidation. Statutory rape consists of sexual intercourse with a male or female under statutory age; this offense may be either with or without the victim’s consent. A lack of consent can include the victim's inability to say "no" to intercourse, due to intoxication from drugs or alcohol.
Although consent is a defense to a rape charge in Illinois, mistake as to the victim’s age is usually not a defense. Rape can occur when there is a pre-existing relationship between the offender and victim and can even occur when a couple is married.
If you are charged with rape in Illinois whether in the Chicago area, Central Illinois or anywhere else in Illinois, it is important that you have an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help defend you and advise you of your rights. If you have any questions about Illinois criminal defense laws or would like a referral to an experienced Illinois criminal defense lawyer please do not hesitate to contact us. All inquiries are free and confidential.
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