Rape is a violent act.
Rape is the sexual violation of a woman, man, or child.
Rape is committed against a victim's will. Rape may involve vaginal, anal, or oral penetration. Rape may be committed by a stranger, friend, acquaintance, date, or spouse. This description is based on most legal definitions. Sexual assaults, which may not include penetration, are also very serious crimes and mat involve the same trauma, physical injury, emotional and personal reactions.