SB 616
Modifies provisions regarding the offense of sexual exploitation by a clergyperson
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2370S.02I
Last Action:
3/11/2021 - Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2021

Current Bill Summary

SB 616 - This act provides that a person commits the offense of sexual exploitation by a clergyperson if such person is or holds oneself out to be a clergyperson and engages in sexual conduct with another person who is not the clergyperson's spouse, and the sexual conduct occurred:

• During the course of a meeting in which the victim sought or received religious advice or counseling from the clergyperson or within 120 days after such meeting;

• During a period of time in which the victim was meeting on an ongoing basis with the clergyperson to seek or receive religious advice or counseling; or

• While the clergyperson was in a position of trust or authority over the victim and used that position of trust or authority to engage in the sexual conduct.

Consent is a defense under this act, unless the victim is a child less than 17 years of age.

The offense of sexual exploitation by a clergyperson is a Class C felony.

This act is identical to HB 799 (2013).

MARY GRACE BRUNTRAGER

Amendments

No Amendments Found.