The bill amends existing Kansas laws regarding the sexual exploitation of children and unlawful transmission of visual depictions of minors. It introduces new definitions and clarifications, particularly concerning the possession of visual depictions of children engaging in sexually explicit conduct. Notably, it specifies that possessing any visual depiction of a child under 18 years of age, or an artificially generated visual depiction, with the intent to arouse or satisfy sexual desires is a criminal offense. The bill also establishes that sexual exploitation offenses involving children under 14 years of age are classified as off-grid person felonies when the offender is 18 years or older.

Additionally, the bill modifies the unlawful transmission of visual depictions of children, emphasizing the intent behind such actions and the penalties associated with them. It includes provisions that protect the privacy of children and outlines the consequences for disseminating images without consent. The bill repeals certain existing statutes and introduces new legal language to enhance the protection of minors against sexual exploitation and unauthorized visual depictions. Overall, the legislation aims to strengthen legal measures against child exploitation and ensure stricter penalties for offenders.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-5510, 21-5611, 21-6101
As Amended by House Committee: 21-5510, 21-5611, 21-6101
{As Amended by House Committee of the Whole}: 21-5510, 21-5611, 21-6101
As Amended by Senate Committee: 21-5510, 21-5611, 21-6101