### Question
What is the definition of sexual fondling?


### Answer
The definition of **sexual fondling** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 15609*:

> the touching of the private body parts of another person (including the genitalia, anus, groin, breast, inner thigh, or buttocks) for the purpose of sexual gratification

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

