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SB 1567

CRIM CD-CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Sally Turner

SB 1567 - CRIM CD-CHILD PORNOGRAPHY OverviewBill Number: SB 1567 Title: CRIM CD-CHILD PORNOGRAPHY Status: Referred to Assignments Introduced: February 24, 2025 Purpose and Inten

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Bill Summary · SB 1567

SB 1567 - CRIM CD-CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

Overview

Bill Number: SB 1567
Title: CRIM CD-CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
Status: Referred to Assignments
Introduced: February 24, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of SB 1567 is to strengthen laws and penalties related to the possession, distribution, and production of child pornography. The bill aims to deter these heinous crimes and provide greater protections for child victims.

Key Provisions

  • Expands the definition of "child pornography" to include any visual depiction of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct, even if the minor is not the focus of the image
  • Increases the minimum prison sentence for possession of child pornography from 3 to 5 years
  • Mandates a minimum 10-year sentence for distribution or production of child pornography
  • Requires convicted offenders to register as sex offenders and undergo psychological evaluation and treatment
  • Allows courts to order the forfeiture of any property or assets used to facilitate child pornography crimes

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Individuals charged with child pornography crimes would face significantly harsher penalties, including longer prison sentences and mandatory sex offender registration
  • Law enforcement and prosecutors would have expanded legal tools to investigate, charge, and convict perpetrators
  • Child victims of exploitation would receive greater protections and support through the criminal justice process

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

SB 1567 has been referred to the Senate Assignments Committee for initial consideration. If approved, the bill would then move to the full Senate for debate and a vote. If passed by the Senate, it would cross over to the House for further review and voting. The bill must be enacted into law by the end of the current legislative session in order to take effect.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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