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HB2979: Sexual offenses; raises penalty for use of communications systems when involving children.
Chief Patron
Del.
Rob Bell (R-58)
Rob Bell
(R-58)
Charlottesville, VA
Served: 2002–
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Status
Bill is Dead
Summary
Use of communications systems to facilitate certain sex offenses involving children. Raises the penalty for use of a communications system, including but not limited to computers or computer networks or bulletin boards, or any other electronic means for the purposes of procuring or promoting the use of a minor for any activity in violation of § 18.2-370 or § 18.2-374.1 (solicitation and certain sex offenses) from a Class 6 to a Class 5 felony.
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