Sexual Offenses - As enacted, provides that a person commits the offense of grooming of a minor when the person engages in a course of grooming conduct directed at a minor with the specific intent to commit, or facilitate the commission by another person of, a sexual offense or violent sexual offense against the minor; or to cause or induce the minor to engage in simulated sexual activity that is patently offensive or sexual activity; makes related changes. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

Summary

The law defines grooming and makes it a felony when an adult seeks to exploit a minor or a mentally compromised individual, whether online or in person. Penalties range from Class E to Class A felonies depending on the victim’s age, mental status, the offender’s prior record, or a position of trust. It also applies to conduct that originates outside Tennessee but targets a victim inside the state.

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