The bill amends section 2907.08 of the Revised Code to increase penalties for repeat offenders of voyeurism. It establishes that a violation of division (A) is generally a misdemeanor of the third degree, but if the offender has two or more prior convictions for the same offense, it escalates to a felony of the third degree. Similar provisions are made for violations of divisions (B), (C), and (D), where repeat offenders face increased felony charges. Specifically, violations of division (B) and (D) are misdemeanors of the second and first degree, respectively, but become felonies of the third degree for repeat offenders. Division (C) is typically a felony of the fifth degree, but also escalates to a felony of the third degree for those with multiple prior violations.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section 2907.08, effectively replacing it with the newly amended language. This legislative change aims to strengthen the legal consequences for individuals who repeatedly engage in voyeuristic behavior, thereby enhancing protections for individuals' privacy rights.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2907.08