Bill > HB2224

This bill amends the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry by adding the crime of purchasing or selling minors (specifically, violation of § 18.2-356.1) to the list of Tier I offenses that require registration, effective July 1, 2025. The bill expands the existing registry requirements to include this specific offense, which means individuals convicted of purchasing or selling minors will now be required to register in the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry. The registry categorizes offenses into different tiers based on their severity, with Tier I being the least severe, and requires offenders to register and reregister according to specific guidelines. The bill also notes potential increases in imprisonment periods and requires the Virginia Criminal Sentencing Commission to assign a minimum fiscal impact of $50,000 to implement these changes. This modification aims to enhance tracking and monitoring of individuals who commit crimes involving the trafficking or commercial exploitation of minors.

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https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/HB2224