The protection of the sexual freedom of the victim in the practice of stealthing in Ecuador.

Abstract

This article analyzes “stealthing”, the practice of removing a condom during sexual intercourse without consent, thus violating sexual freedom. Although recognized in the legislation of countries such as Costa Rica, Chile, Australia and Spain, in Ecuador it is not typified in the Organic Integral Penal Code, leaving the victims unprotected. The study, based on a qualitative methodology and documentary analysis, argues the need to criminalize stealthing in Ecuador in order to protect the sexual rig hts and integrity of individuals. In addition, it is stressed that such criminalization could act as a mechanism for prevention and social awareness, fostering a culture of respect for consent and fundamental human rights.