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What Is the Sentencing Range for Sexual Assault in Calgary? The sentencing range for sexual assault in Calgary can vary widely. Depending on the circumstances, a sentence may range from probation or another non-custodial outcome in limited cases to jail or penitentiary time in more serious cases. Under section 271 of the Criminal Code, sexual assault is a hybrid offence. This means the Crown prosecutor may proceed by summary conviction or by indictment. That decision affects