He could have been sentenced to 25 years to life if convicted of rape.
But that was not true for men who had been convicted of rape.
The penalty for being convicted of rape was still death, and remained that way until 1841.
Before the fight could come off, Tyson was convicted of rape.
In the same year, less than 800 persons were convicted of rape.
Those convicted of rape will often serve less than two to five years.
If convicted of rape and the other charges against her, she faces up to 25 years in prison.
Therefore a male could still be convicted of rape, even though the female did not say anything or show any resistance.
Three young men have been convicted of rape and assault.
When did you ever see a gentleman convicted of rape?