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A 1742

Establishes the crime of forcible touching of a correction officer and increases criminal penalties for certain sexual offenses committed against correction officers

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Blumencranz and 22 co-sponsors

A 1742 - Forcible Touching of Correction Officers OverviewBill Number: A 1742 Title: Establishes the crime of forcible touching of a correction officer and increases criminal pena

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Bill Summary · A 1742

A 1742 - Forcible Touching of Correction Officers

Overview

Bill Number: A 1742
Title: Establishes the crime of forcible touching of a correction officer and increases criminal penalties for certain sexual offenses committed against correction officers
Status: REFERRED TO CODES
Introduced: January 09, 2024

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to enhance criminal penalties for sexual offenses committed against correction officers. The legislation aims to provide greater legal protections for correction officers, who face heightened risks of sexual assault and harassment while performing their duties.

Key Provisions

  • Establishes the new crime of "forcible touching of a correction officer" as a class A misdemeanor
  • Increases the penalty for sexual abuse in the first degree against a correction officer from a class D felony to a class C felony
  • Increases the penalty for sexual misconduct against a correction officer from a class A misdemeanor to a class E felony
  • Increases the penalty for sexual contact with an individual confined in a correctional facility from a class E felony to a class D felony if the victim is a correction officer

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would primarily impact correction officers, who would receive enhanced legal protections against sexual offenses committed against them while on the job. The increased penalties are intended to deter such crimes and provide stronger consequences for offenders.

Incarcerated individuals who commit sexual offenses against correction officers would also face harsher punishments under this legislation.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill has been referred to the Codes Committee for further consideration and potential amendment. If approved by the committee, it would then proceed to a vote by the full state legislature. If passed, the bill would be sent to the governor for final approval and enactment into law.

The timeline for the bill's progression is uncertain, as it depends on the committee's review process and the overall legislative calendar. However, the referral to the Codes Committee indicates that the legislature is actively considering the proposal.

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

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