Strengthening Child Exploitation Laws: New Rules and Penalties
This act amends laws concerning child exploitation to more effectively prosecute offenders. This means it will be harder for individuals committing such acts to avoid punishment, and their victims will be better protected. The changes aim to enhance child safety online and offline.
Key points
No statute of limitations for offenses involving obscene child sexual abuse material, meaning perpetrators can be prosecuted regardless of time elapsed.
Mandatory registration for individuals convicted of offenses involving obscene child sexual abuse material, increasing oversight.
Restrictions on copying and distributing child exploitation material during legal proceedings to protect victims and prevent further spread.
Introduction of a presumption of detention for individuals accused of serious child exploitation offenses, making it harder for them to avoid pre-trial detention.
Enhanced supervised release after imprisonment for those convicted of these offenses, aiming to prevent re-offending.
Introduced
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