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ID H0406

ID H0406
Amends existing law to provide that certain acts shall be a felony and to provide that a fine may be imposed for female genital mutilation of a child.


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Introduced
02/04/2020
In Committee
03/03/2020
Crossed Over
02/21/2020
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/12/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION OF A CHILD -- Amends existing law to provide that certain acts shall be a felony and to provide that a fine may be imposed for female genital mutilation of a child.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to make female genital mutilation (FGM) of a child a felony offense. It imposes a fine of up to $5,000 for anyone who knowingly performs FGM on a child, gives permission for it, or removes a child from the state for that purpose. The bill provides exceptions for medically necessary procedures performed by licensed medical professionals. Additionally, the bill allows a court to impose a separate fine of up to $5,000 against any defendant convicted of certain felonies, including FGM, with the fine payable directly to the victim or their family.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee (House)

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 11, 2020 Session Law Chapter 101 Effective: 07/01/2020 (on 03/12/2020)

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