Sexual offences are treated very seriously in Victoria, and one such offence is digital penetration without consent. The general public is often unaware of what this is, which is why non-consensual digital penetration is sometimes considered a less serious criminal offence, compared to other forms of sexual assault.
This blog post explains the key aspects of digital penetration, including what it means, how it is treated under Victoria law, and its legal consequences.
What Is Digital Penetration?
The term often confuses many. Some people mistake digital penetration for online or "digital" technology-related sexual behaviour. However, the name is derived from the ordinary English meaning of "digits", which basically refers to a person's toes or fingers.
