Although this crime is called sexual assault, the term is misleading. Sex assault on a child is the underage equivalent of CRS 18-3-404 Colorado's sexual contact law. Sexual contact (and therefore, sex assault on a minor) consists of touching or fondling breast(s), buttocks, or genital area for the purpose of sexual arousal, gratification, or abuse. These sexual acts do not involve penetration or intrusion. In contrast, Colorado's sexual assault law (CRS 18-3-402) comprises rape, anal rape, forced oral sex, or violation with an object – regardless of the victim's age.