What is consent?
Consent is defined by section 74 Sexual Offences Act 2003. Someone consents to vaginal, anal or oral penetration . only. if s/he . ... • any other evidence of exploitation or grooming so that s/he may not understand the ... • The majority of rape cases are where the offender and complainant know each other.
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