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AL HB428
Bill
Status
5/24/2023
Primary Sponsor
Jerry Starnes
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AI Summary
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Adds a new definition of "mistreat" to Alabama Code § 26-15-2 as any intentional behavior inflicting unnecessary or unjustifiable pain or suffering on a child without causing physical injury.
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Amends § 26-15-3 to include "willfully mistreat" alongside existing charges of torture, willful abuse, cruel beating, and willful maltreatment of children under 18 years old.
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Maintains child abuse as a Class C felony conviction for responsible persons (parents, guardians, custodians, or those with temporary or permanent care of a child).
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Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.
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Passed the House of Representatives on May 23, 2023 with a vote of 101-0.
Legislative Description
Relating to child abuse; to amend Sections 26-15-2 and 26-15-3, Code of Alabama 1975; to further define the crime of child abuse to include willful mistreatment; and in connection therewith would have as its purpose or effect the requirement of a new or increased expenditure of local funds within the meaning of Section 111.05 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022.
Crimes and offenses, child abuse, definition further provided, criminal penalties provided
Last Action
Read Second Time in Second House
5/31/2023