This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding prostitution and related offenses. It introduces new language that specifically criminalizes the unlawful use of interactive computer services for facilitating, promoting, or soliciting prostitution, which is categorized as a class 5 felony. Additionally, it establishes harsher penalties for individuals who knowingly engage in child sex trafficking involving minors under fifteen years of age, classifying this as a class 2 felony. The bill also outlines penalties for those who expose harmful sexual material to minors without proper age verification, classifying this as a class 4 felony.
Furthermore, the bill clarifies definitions related to the new provisions, including terms such as "agent," "information content provider," "interactive computer service," and "service fees." It also specifies that a law enforcement officer acting within their official capacity is exempt from prosecution under this section, while ignorance of a minor's age does not serve as a defense. Overall, these updates aim to strengthen legal measures against the exploitation of minors and enhance accountability for those using technology to facilitate such crimes.