HB 777: Age as an Element of a Criminal Offense
GENERAL BILL
by
Plakon
Age as an Element of a Criminal Offense; Provides that ignorance of victim's age, misrepresentation of victim's age, & bona fide belief concerning victim's age are not defenses to certain offenses in which victim's age is an element of offense; provides an exception.
Effective Date: 10/1/2025
Last Action:
2/19/2025
House -
Filed
Bill Text:
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