ABSTRACT
Sexual assault differs from rape as it includes the act, or attempted acts, of any unwanted sexual contact. This can include unwanted grabbing, fondling, kissing, or touching as well as verbal threats, whereas rape includes penetration only. Most rapes and/or sexual assaults occur near or in a victim's home (55%). The next most likely location is an open or public place (15%), then in or near a relative's home (12%), in an enclosed area such as a garage or parking lot (10%), or at school (8%). Childhood sexual abuse includes any sexual activity with a minor, and it does not need to include physical contact between a perpetrator and child. The laws regarding kidnapping differ by jurisdiction, and most state and federal laws that define the offense do so broadly. This crime is not included in the Uniform Crime Report (UCR) or National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS).
