N.Y. Penal Law Section 130.20
Sexual misconduct


A person is guilty of sexual misconduct when:

1.

He or she engages in vaginal sexual contact with another person without such person’s consent; or

2.

He or she engages in oral sexual contact with another person without such person’s consent; or

3.

He or she engages in anal sexual contact with another person without such person’s consent; or

4.

He or she engages in sexual conduct with an animal or a dead human body. Sexual misconduct is a class A misdemeanor.

Source: Section 130.20 — Sexual misconduct, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PEN/130.­20 (updated Sep. 6, 2024; accessed Jun. 21, 2025).

Verified:
Jun. 21, 2025

Last modified:
Sep. 6, 2024

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