“sexual abuse”

This page presents an official legal definition of “sexual abuse” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: Australia Australia

A sexual act carried out against a person’s will through the use of physical force, intimidation or coercion. In the PSS sexual abuse involves a child under the age of 15, in sexual activity beyond their understanding or contrary to accepted community standards.

Source: Family, domestic and sexual violence glossary (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare)