HI SB1312

Clarifies the definition of "profits from prostitution" to mean knowingly accepting money or property from a third party to participate in proceeds of prostitution activity, regardless of whether received as reimbursement or repayment of debt

Separates sex trafficking offenses into distinct subsections: (a) advancing prostitution through force, threat, fraud, coercion, or intimidation; (b) profiting from such coerced prostitution; and (c) advancing or profiting from prostitution of a minor

Creates explicit exemption from sex trafficking and promoting prostitution charges for individuals whose conduct consists exclusively of their own acts as a prostituted person or as someone engaged in commercial sexual exploitation

Consolidates definitions of "minor," "sexual conduct," and other key terms into a single definitions section (Section 712-1201) applicable to all prostitution-related offenses

Takes effect July 1, 2025, and does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that began before the effective date