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RI S2104

RI S2104
Prohibits the distribution, transfer, or possession of any material that depicts a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct and is obscene and lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.


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Introduced
01/12/2024
In Committee
01/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/30/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would prohibit the distribution, transfer, or possession of any material that depicts a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct, is obscene and lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value with violators subject to imprisonment and fines ranging from two (2) to fifteen (15) years and fines from one thousand dollars ($1,000) to five thousand dollars ($5,000). This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the distribution, transfer, or possession of any material that depicts a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct, is obscene, and lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value. Violators would be subject to imprisonment and fines ranging from 2 to 15 years and $1,000 to $5,000, respectively. The bill includes definitions of key terms like "minor" and "sexually explicit conduct," as well as affirmative defenses for possessing less than 3 such visual depictions. The bill would take effect upon passage.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/12/2024)

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