### Question
How is the "carnal knowledge" defined?


### Answer
The term **carnal knowledge** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 15609* as follows -

> contact between the penis and the vulva or the penis and the anus, including penetration of any sort, however slight

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 15609*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 147-PRISON RAPE ELIMINATION**

