NSW What is Considered a 'Sexual Act'?

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Toqual

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What is considered a 'sexual act'?

Apologies for the odd question although with the age of consent outlining the minimal age for a sexual act, what does that include/exclude?
 

winston wolf

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I would say its covered by the same rule as pornography.

"I cant define it but I know it when I see it"
 

Sarah J

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Hi Toqual,

In relation to the age of consent, under Division 10 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), sexual offences involving a minor relate primarily to "sexual intercourse": see Sections 66A-D.

There is also an offence of "procuring or grooming a child under 16 for unlawful sexual activity" which relates to activities of a sexual nature including exposing a child to indecent material: Section 66EB.

In what context do you mean by "sexual act"?
 

Toqual

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For example,

Fellatio? Is this considered a sexual act by law?

I haven't been able to find a definition of a 'sexual act' in regards to the age of consent.
 

Toqual

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Cheers!
 

Toqual

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However, would any additional laws apply, e.g. exposing yourself to a minor (including if you are)? Please reference any legislation.
 

John R

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Hi @Toqual,
As mentioned by @Sarah J, the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) is the primary criminal offence legislation for NSW.