The actus reus of the offence is œpenile penetration by the accused into the victims vagina. Full insertion of the offenders sexual organ is not necessary, neither is ejaculation or orgasm. Penile penetration into any other orifice (such as the mouth or anus) of the victim is not rape. Penetration of the victims vagina by any other organ (such as a finger) of the accused or by any other object (such as a stick of wood or vibrator) Â is not rape.
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