The F.B.I. estimates, a woman is raped every three minutes. Remember, alcohol and drugs dull your reflexes. Some people have the wrong idea about sexual assault and rape. These ideas assume that sexual assault is motivated by sexual desire. Its a violent crime, a hostile attack, an attempt to hurt, humiliate, and control the victim.
Sex is only the weapon.
Remember that there is a different between consent and submission out of fear. If you fear for your life, your physical safety, or thief and safety of a loved one, you may sincerely believe you have no other alternative than to submit to a sexual act. The decision to resist or not to resist can only be made by the person who is attacked. Sexual assault is no less serious if you know your assailant. Previous sexual contact with your assailant does not justify or excuse the crime.