§ 3-301 Definitions
§ 3-302 Construction of subtitle
§ 3-303 Rape in the first degree
§ 3-304 Rape in the second degree
§ 3-307 Sexual offense in the third degree
§ 3-308 Sexual offense in the fourth degree
§ 3-308 v2 Sexual offense in the fourth degree
§ 3-309 Attempted rape in the first degree
§ 3-310 Attempted rape in the second degree
§ 3-313 Prior conviction – Sentencing
§ 3-314 Sexual conduct between correctional or Department of Juvenile Services employee or court-provided services provider and inmate or confined child
§ 3-315 Continuing course of conduct with child
§ 3-316 Rape and sexual offense – Venue
§ 3-317 Rape and sexual offense – Charging document
§ 3-319 Rape and sexual offense – Admissibility of evidence
§ 3-319.1 Rape and sexual offense – Evidence of physical resistance
§ 3-320 Rape and sexual offense – Jury instructions
§ 3-321 Repeal of common law sodomy
§ 3-323 Incest
§ 3-324 Sexual solicitation of minor
§ 3-325 Use of personal identifying information or the identity of another

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Terms Used In Maryland Code > CRIMINAL LAW > Title 3 > Subtitle 3 - Sexual Crimes

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
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  • Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
  • minor: means an individual under the age of 18 years. See
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