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3124.2 – Institutional Sexual Assault | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law 18 Pa.C.S. 3124.2 criminalizes sexual misconduct by correctional, juvenile, mental health, and school staff with inmates, residents, or students.

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3124.2 – Institutional Sexual Assault

Pennsylvania Title 18 - Crimes and Offenses § 3124.2

Summary

Pennsylvania's Section 3124.2 criminalizes sexual misconduct by employees or agents of correctional, juvenile, mental health, and educational facilities when engaging in sexual activities with inmates, residents, or students. The law specifies that such conduct is generally a third-degree felony, with enhanced protections for minors under 18. It also details exceptions and related statutes for other sexual offenses.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law 18 Pa.C.S. 3124.2 criminalizes sexual misconduct by correctional, juvenile, mental health, and school staff with inmates, residents, or students.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.