UCR Forcible Fondling is defined as what?

• A. Touching of Private Body Parts by another person for sexual gratification
• B. Kissing without consent
• C. Non-sexual touching
• D. Penetration of a private area

Answer: (A)

Forcible fondling in UCR is defined as the touching of another person’s private body parts for the purpose of sexual arousal or gratification, without the other person’s consent. This focuses on the act of touching and the sexual intent, plus the lack of consent, which distinguishes it from other conduct. Kissing without consent isn’t included because it doesn’t involve touching private parts for sexual gratification. Non-sexual touching isn’t included because it lacks a sexual purpose. Penetration involves a different offense. So, the description that fits is touching of private body parts by another person for sexual gratification.