Crimes and offenses; crime of female genital mutilation established, penalties provided
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This Alabama bill establishes female genital mutilation (FGM) as a crime, specifically defining it as the removal or alteration of the female genitalia for nonmedical reasons. It creates penalties for individuals who commit FGM on minors, knowingly allow it to occur, or transport a minor out of state for the procedure. The bill includes an exception for medically necessary procedures performed by licensed physicians. It also clarifies that consent from a minor is not a valid defense.
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