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GA HB636
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mekyah McQueen
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AI Summary
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Replaces criminal penalties (misdemeanors and felonies with potential imprisonment) for violations of Code Sections 16-6-9 through 16-6-12 (sexual offenses) with monetary fines only
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Sets fines at $75.00 for first offenses and $100.00 for second or subsequent offenses under Code Sections 16-6-11 and 16-6-12
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Eliminates imprisonment options including the previous penalties of up to 1-10 years for repeat felony offenses
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Directs all collected fines to the Department of Human Services for the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund Commission
Legislative Description
Crimes and offenses; sexual offenses; revise penalties
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/28/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary - Non-Civil2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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