VA HB989

Upgrades the crime of sexual abuse of a child aged 13-14 years old from a Class 1 misdemeanor to a Class 6 felony

Applies to adults who commit sexual abuse with "lascivious intent" against children 13 years of age or older but under 15 years of age

Class 6 felony in Virginia carries a potential sentence of 1-5 years in prison, compared to up to 12 months in jail for a Class 1 misdemeanor

Estimated fiscal impact of at least $766,778 for increased periods of imprisonment in state adult correctional facilities