Crimes and offenses; protective orders or consent agreements for victims against persons who have committed acts of sexual assault; provide

Summary

The bill adds a new code section that defines "sexual assault" and lets victims file sworn petitions for protective orders or consent agreements against alleged perpetrators. Courts can issue temporary ex parte orders and enforce them as contempt, with violations treated as misdemeanors. It aims to give victims faster, civil‑law protection while preserving criminal penalties for assault crimes.

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