Relating to false reports of child abuse; prescribing an effective date.
In committee upon adjournment.
Summary
The bill makes it illegal to file a false child‑abuse report when the purpose is to influence custody, parenting time, visitation, or child‑support outcomes. It applies to anyone who knowingly reports false abuse to the Department of Human Services or law‑enforcement agencies, or who induces another to do so. Penalties increase with repeat offenses, and the law takes effect shortly after the legislative session ends.
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