The issue focused on the use of the word "sexually explicit" in the definition of sexual assault, the panel said.

"The panel did not find evidence that this language is used by the police in any way other than to describe the act of sexual assault, and that it is an element of sexual assault law," the panel said.

However, the panel said the use of the phrase in the definition could be considered a reasonable interpretation of the law and should be interpreted in light of the definition