House Bill No. by Representative Schlegel amends and reenacts several provisions related to sex offenses in Louisiana law. It introduces a new circumstance under which first degree rape is defined, specifically when the victim is unable to resist due to the offender's application of overpowering force. Additionally, the bill establishes a specific indictment form for forcible or second degree rape and modifies the responsive verdicts for first degree rape, including an exception for victims under the age of 13. The bill also adds attempted sexual battery as a lesser offense while removing references to the crime of oral sexual battery.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing law concerning oral sexual battery entirely. The changes aim to clarify and enhance the legal framework surrounding sex offenses, ensuring that the definitions and procedures reflect current societal standards and legal practices. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the prosecution of sex crimes and provide clearer guidelines for legal proceedings related to these offenses.

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HB92 Original: