A 4849
Creates civil and criminal penalties for invasive grooming of vulnerable adults.
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Bill overview
This bill creates criminal and civil penalties for the act of ‘invasive grooming’ – intentionally shaving, waxing, or altering hair from the intimate parts of vulnerable adults. It defines ‘invasive grooming’ and establishes specific crimes based on the severity of the offense, including a third-degree crime for lack of consent or causing discomfort, a second-degree crime for causing serious injury or trauma, and a first-degree crime involving sexual gratification or repeated abuse. The bill also allows civil lawsuits against caretakers and employers, mandates training for caretakers and protective services staff, and establishes reporting requirements to protect vulnerable adults from abuse.
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Shanique Speight
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