Stealthing: A different type of rape

Some types of sexual crimes in Illinois are readily identified by name and understood as being violent. Those heinous crimes are punishable by many years in prison if found guilty. However, not all crimes of this nature are well known. One such lesser known violation is called stealthing. It is an egregious breach of trust, makes a victim of the male’s partner, and exposes the victim to STDs and unwanted pregnancies.

What is stealthing?

Stealthing is a serious offense in which the male removes his condom during sexual activity without the consent of his partner. It is at this point that his actions become criminal and subject to prosecution in some states. Removing the condom without the partner’s consent has even been described by some as rape. The males is forcing his will upon his victim. It has also been referred to as reproductive coercion. It fits into the category of violent crimes, including battery, assault, sex crimes and murder. It removes the original condition under which the consensual arrangement was made. It is a crime that primarily affects women and gay men. It can be a traumatic experience for the partner and can cause irreparable physical and emotional harms.