Sexual Assault in Canada and Germany

Abstract

This article examines the crime of sexual assault in Canada. It focuses on the elements of the crime and the sanctions set forth in the Canadian Criminal Code. It also analyzes the crime of sexual assault in Germany. A comparison between the definitional terms and elements of both crimes shows that there are more similarities than differences and that the existing differences are mainly differences in terminology rather than substance.

Keywords: Sexual assault, Comparative Law, Canada, Germany.