Bill > H1558

This bill amends existing law to specifically define and penalize the act of inducing a minor, meaning someone under the age of 18, into prostitution or sexual conduct in exchange for money. The proposed changes clarify that this includes encouraging a minor to engage in, agree to engage in, or offer to engage in such activities, and also punishes those who knowingly help facilitate this inducement. The penalty for this offense would be imprisonment in state prison for a minimum of three years and a maximum of five years, along with a fine of $5,000.