Modifies and establishes provisions relating to sexual offenses
This Bill Replaced with a Substitute Bill - Check Primary Bill - HB 2273 - 01/27/2026 - HCS Reported Do Pass (H)
Summary
The bill adds a crime called grooming of a minor, covering adults who use repeated sexual communication or actions to prepare a child under 18 for sexual activity. It makes the offense a Class B felony, upgraded to Class A if sexual conduct occurs, and requires at least five years before any parole. The law also orders restitution for victims and provides public and professional guidance.
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