Relates to amending sex offenses and consent involving members of the clergy

Summary

The legislation adds clergy and certain religious practitioners to the list of people who can be charged with rape or sexual abuse when the act occurs during pastoral counseling. It also creates a limited marriage defense for clergy (and similar professionals) if the victim was incapable of consent because of age, disability, or a client‑patient relationship. The changes aim to close gaps in how sexual abuse by religious leaders is prosecuted.

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