Any form of sexual activity without consent is a sexual assault and counts as a crime in Hungary.
What is consent?
Always an active, affirmative, conscious, direct, and voluntary agreement in sexual activity.
Asking and giving consent is an integral part of showing your partner that you respect and appreciate her/him.
Remember, it is always OK to say NO!
What is not consent?
Responses like these clearly mean NO:
- Silence, or not responding
- “You’re not my type”
- “I don't know...”
- “I’m not sure if I want this”
- “I’m scared”
- “Please stop”
- “I don’t know if I want to”
These are definitely dissent!
Sexual harassment can be physical, verbal, non-verbal, written and visual.
Important steps to take right away after an assault
- Call a family member or a friend you trust
- Call the police & ambulance (112) or go to the nearest hospital emergency
- Do not clean any part of your body and clothes, so the hospital staff can collect evidence
- Feelings of shame, guilt, fear, and shock are normal. It is important to get counselling from a trusted professional so ask for help to make your feelings clear
According to the Hungarian Criminal Code you are not obliged to file a police report if you decide not to do so – it is up to you.
