The bill amends several sections of the Code of Alabama 1975 to address crimes related to the transmission of obscene material to children, the distribution of private images, and the definition of incest. Specifically, it defines a "child" as any person under 17 years of age in the context of transmitting obscene material (Section 13A-6-111). It also establishes jurisdiction for the crime of distributing a private image, stating that the offense is committed in any county where any part of the crime occurs, or where the victim or defendant resides (Section 13A-6-240). Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of incest to include various familial relationships and specifies that if the victim is under 17 years of age, the crime is classified as a Class A felony (Section 13A-13-3).

The bill removes certain language regarding the intent required for distributing a private image and the corroboration needed for incest convictions. It also clarifies that a person charged with transmitting obscene material will be tried as an adult, and their record will not be sealed or expunged. The bill is designed to enhance legal protections against these crimes and is expected to result in new or increased local expenditures, although it is exempt from further requirements under Section 111.05 of the Alabama Constitution due to its focus on defining new crimes or amending existing ones. The act will take effect three months after its passage and approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13A-6-111