Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, first degree
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill amends South Carolina law to increase the penalties for first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. Specifically, it mandates a minimum sentence of twenty-five years for individuals who exploit a minor under eleven years of age, particularly when the exploitation involves creating or selling sexually explicit material. The bill also clarifies the definition of the offense and addresses issues like mistake of age and juvenile offenders.
Key provisions
- Increases the minimum mandatory sentence for first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor to twenty-five years if the victim is under eleven years old.
- Defines the offense of first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor, including elements related to live performances and the creation of sexually explicit material.
- Clarifies that mistake of age is not a defense to the charge.
- Addresses the handling of juvenile offenders involved in creating morphed images of minors.
- Specifies that the offense is a felony.
- Outlines penalties for violations, including imprisonment and consecutive sentencing.
- Addresses the handling of material depicting a minor under eleven years of age.
- Establishes family court jurisdiction for certain offenses involving minors.
Who is affected
- Minors
- Adults engaging in sexual exploitation
- Parents/Guardians
- Law Enforcement
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