Is sexual abuse charges considered Domestic Violence charges in Hawaii?
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Is sexual abuse charges considered Domestic Violence charges in Hawaii?
Asked on May 6, 2009 under Criminal Law, Hawaii
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
By "Sexual Abuse" I assume you mean "Sexual Assault". Due to length, I would refer you to the Hawaii criminal statues, specifically "Part V. Sexual Offenses". This outlines what constitutes Sexual Assault in the first, second, third and fourth degrees as well as several other related offenses.
By "Domestic Violence" I assume you mean "Domestic Abuse". It is defined by statute (Stat. 586-1), to mean:
- Physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or the threat of imminent physical harm, bodily injury, or assault, extreme psychological abuse, or malicious property damage between family or household members
- Any act that would constitute an offense under section 709-906 (abuse of family or household members), or under part V (sexual offenses), or VI (child abuse) of chapter 707 committed against a minor family or household member by an adult family or household member
In Hawaii then, Sexual Assault and Domestic Abuse are defined as 2 separate crimes. Since I'm not licensed to practice there, if you would like more specific information you should consult with an attorney in your area.
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