Bill > S579

This bill aims to increase the punishment for disseminating obscenity, clarify restitution for sexual exploitation of a minor, and modify certain offenses related to public morality and decency. Specifically, it increases the penalty for disseminating obscenity knowingly in the presence of a minor under 18 years of age from a Class I felony to a Class H felony. It also adds a new section to require courts to order restitution for violations related to the sexual exploitation of minors, including for costs such as medical services, loss of income, and attorneys' fees. Additionally, the bill increases the penalties for certain offenses involving minors, such as employing a minor to assist in obscenity-related crimes and disseminating obscene material to minors.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2023/S579