The bill amends sections 2905.05 and 2950.01 of the Revised Code to redefine the criteria for criminal child enticement, specifying that a person can be charged if they knowingly solicit or entice a child under fourteen years of age with either a sexual motivation or an unlawful purpose. It clarifies the penalties associated with these offenses, categorizing them as misdemeanors or felonies based on the circumstances and the offender's prior convictions. Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions for terms such as "sexual motivation," "vehicle," and "vessel," and establishes that violations can result in varying degrees of felony or misdemeanor charges, with enhanced penalties for repeat offenders.

Moreover, the bill proposes a comprehensive overhaul of the classification and management of sex offenders and child-victim offenders in Ohio, introducing new categories such as "tier II" and "tier III" based on the nature of offenses and prior adjudications. It allows for the reclassification of tier I offenders who commit further offenses to a higher tier, increasing their registration and reporting requirements. The bill also repeals existing sections 2905.05 and 2950.01, aiming to harmonize previous legislative amendments and enhance public safety by ensuring offenders are accurately categorized according to their criminal history and the nature of their offenses.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2905.05, 2950.01
As Reported By House Committee: 2905.05, 2950.01
As Passed By House: 2905.05, 2950.01