Grooming of children-offenses and amendments.

Summary

The bill adds a crime called "grooming of a minor for a sexual offense," defining it as any behavior that tries to prepare or persuade a child to engage in sexual activity, whether online or in person. Penalties range from up to 10 years in prison for most cases to life imprisonment for very young victims, and offenders must complete a treatment program and may face up to ten years of probation. It also updates related statutes on definitions, probation eligibility, and sex‑offender registration.

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