WI SB15

Second degree sexual assault against an adult at risk is elevated to first degree sexual assault (Class B felony instead of Class C felony), regardless of whether the defendant knew the victim's at-risk status.

Physical abuse penalties currently applicable to elder persons (age 60+) are extended to adults at risk, ranging from Class I felony to Class C felony depending on severity of harm and intent.

Courts may freeze defendant's assets up to 100% of alleged property value in financial exploitation cases involving adults at risk when the crime exceeds $2,500, matching existing protections for elder persons.

Prison sentences for crimes against adults at risk may be increased: up to 2 years for sentences of 1 year or less, up to 4 additional years for sentences of 1-10 years, and up to 6 additional years for sentences exceeding 10 years.

Adults at risk seeking domestic violence, individual-at-risk, or harassment restraining orders may appear at court hearings by telephone or live audiovisual means rather than in person.