Full question:
I live in Massachusetts. Last week, my friend and I were walking along the subway at night. There was no one around and pulled out his gun and threatened me to have sex with him. I had no choice but to do as he demanded as I was scared out of my wits. Can I file a complaint against him for rape and what is the punishment that will be given to him?
- Category: Criminal
- Subcategory: Sex Offfender
- Date:
- State: Massachusetts
Answer:
In Massachusetts, a person commits rape if they intentionally have sexual intercourse against the victim's will or compel the victim to submit through force or threats. According to Massachusetts law (M.G.L. c. 265, § 24), if someone assaults another with the intent to commit rape, they can face imprisonment for up to twenty years or up to two and a half years in a jail or house of correction. If the assault involves a firearm, the minimum punishment is five years in prison. For repeat offenses, the punishment can be life imprisonment or a term of years, with a minimum of twenty years for subsequent offenses involving a firearm.
Since your friend threatened you with a gun and intended to rape you, you can file a complaint against him. He may face serious legal consequences, including significant prison time.
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