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ME LD1683

ME LD1683
An Act to Provide for Civil Recovery Based on Nonconsensual Removal of or Tampering with a Condom and Considering Sexual Assault in Evaluating Parental Rights


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Introduced
04/18/2023
In Committee
04/20/2023
Crossed Over
06/06/2023
Passed
06/07/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/25/2023

Introduced Session

131st Legislature

Bill Summary

An Act to Provide for Civil Recovery Based on Nonconsensual Removal of or Tampering with a Condom and Considering Sexual Assault in Evaluating Parental Rights

AI Summary

This bill creates a new civil cause of action for a person who engages in a consensual sexual act with the understanding that a condom would be used, if the other person knowingly removes or tampers with the condom, knowingly uses a damaged condom, or misrepresents their intention to use a condom. The bill also requires the court to consider whether a child was conceived as a result of sexual assault or nonconsensual removal or tampering with a condom when evaluating parental rights and responsibilities, and allows the court to order conditions to protect the child's best interests. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "victim" under the Domestic Violence Protection Act to include victims of the new civil cause of action.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Enacted, Jun 25, 2023 (on 06/25/2023)

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