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May 18, 2022

What is the legal definition of sexual assault?

In terms of getting a protection order, “sexual assault” is defined as when anyone commits, threatens to commit, or puts you in fear that s/he will commit any of the following acts:

1 TN ST § 36-3-601(10)

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