The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by introducing new sentencing enhancements for felony offenses committed against vulnerable adults. Specifically, it would establish that individuals aged 18 or older, or those tried as adults, who are convicted of such offenses would not be eligible for probation, pardon, suspension of sentence, or release from confinement until they have served their full sentence, with limited exceptions. The bill would also increase the presumptive, minimum, and maximum sentences by three years for class 4, 5, or 6 felonies, and by five years for class 2 or 3 felonies when the victim is a vulnerable adult.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that these new sentencing enhancements are supplementary to any other applicable enhancements already in place. This change aims to strengthen the legal framework protecting vulnerable adults by ensuring that offenders face more severe consequences for their actions. The bill would become effective on the general effective date upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-721
House Engrossed Version: 13-721