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GA HB840
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/27/2023
Primary Sponsor
Tim Fleming
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AI Summary
- Creates a civil right of action against any person who knowingly or negligently engages in sexually explicit conduct or restricted sexual conduct in the presence of a minor (under 18), as well as against any person who allows, permits, encourages, or requires a minor to be present during such conduct
- Authorizes the Department of Revenue to fine hotels and food service establishments $50,000 for a first violation and $100,000 for a second or subsequent violation, and to suspend or revoke alcohol licenses, when an establishment admits a minor to be present during sexually explicit or restricted sexual conduct
- Provides a complete defense to restricted sexual conduct claims if the accused had reasonable cause to believe the minor was 18 or older, or the minor presented a driver's license, passport, or other official ID purporting to show they were 18+; parental accompaniment is explicitly not a defense
- Prevailing plaintiffs are entitled to court costs, litigation costs, and reasonable attorney's fees, with a four-year statute of limitations on all claims
- Applies to causes of action accruing on or after July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Torts; right of action against any person who knowingly or negligently engages in sexually explicit conduct in the presence of a minor; provide
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
2/29/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/29/2023
Full Bill Text
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