California criminal charge
Aggravated sexual assault of a child in California
Aggravated sexual assault of a child is a criminal offense under California law, defined by Cal. Penal Code § 269. Its classification is not fixed: California assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Cal. Penal Code § 269.
How is aggravated sexual assault of a child classified in California?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aggravated sexual assault of a child | Felony | Any person who violates this section by committing one of the enumerated acts under (a)(1)-(a)(5) upon a child under 14 who is at least seven years younger than the defendant is guilty of a felony punishable by 15 years to life in state prison. | Cal. Penal Code § 269(b) |
Common questions about aggravated sexual assault of a child in California
Is aggravated sexual assault of a child a felony or a misdemeanor in California?
Aggravated sexual assault of a child is a felony in California under Cal. Penal Code § 269.
Aggravated sexual assault of a child: felony (Cal. Penal Code § 269(b))
Which California statute covers aggravated sexual assault of a child?
Aggravated sexual assault of a child is governed by Cal. Penal Code § 269.
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.