SEXUAL ASSAULT: Sexual assault is attempted or actual sexual activity against the will of another.

CONSENT: Positive cooperation in act, behavior, or words in the course of having sexual activity, so long as both parties are acting freely and voluntarily and understand the nature of the activity. Consent cannot be implied if either participant is unable to provide positive cooperation due to unconsciousness, mental incompetence, age, or intoxication. Also a lack of protest or previous cooperation does not imply consent!

RAPE: Rape is sexual intercourse with a person by forcible compulsion or sexual intercourse with a person who is incapable of giving consent. This includes someone who is not mentally capable or is mentally incapacitated, intoxicated, or drug-induced.

Certified, Sexual Assault Student Counselors offering confidential crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

California University of Pennsylvania
250 University Ave,
Room G45 - Carter Hall
California Pa. 15419

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