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WY HB0241

WY HB0241
Prohibiting sexual relations with persons in police custody.


summary

Introduced
01/27/2023
In Committee
02/03/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/06/2023

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2023 General Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to crimes and offenses; prohibiting sexual intrusion or sexual contact by a peace officer with a victim that is in custody as specified; making conforming amendments; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits sexual intrusion or sexual contact by a peace officer with a victim who is in police custody, either under arrest, being detained, or otherwise in the actual custody of law enforcement. The bill amends existing laws on sexual assault in the second and third degrees to include this prohibition, and also specifies that consent is not a defense in such cases. The bill has an effective date of July 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

COW:H Did not consider for COW (on 02/06/2023)

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