The bill amends sections 2907.01 and 2923.31 of the Revised Code and enacts section 2907.251, which introduces provisions to prohibit individuals from receiving proceeds derived from prostitution. The new section defines "sexual activity for hire" and establishes that no person shall knowingly receive or acquire money or valuable items earned from such activities. It outlines various violations, including profiting from or concealing these proceeds, while exempting prostitutes from certain prohibitions when they receive money from their own engagement in sexual activity for hire. Violations can lead to felony charges, with the severity depending on factors such as the age of the prostitute involved.

Additionally, the bill expands the definition of corrupt activities to include organized retail theft and animal or ecological terrorism, defining "organized retail theft" as the theft of retail property valued at one thousand dollars or more with the intent to sell or transfer it. It also clarifies terms related to corrupt activities, including explicit sexual conduct and bestiality when proceeds exceed one thousand dollars. The bill repeals existing sections 2907.01 and 2923.31 and presents a composite version of section 2923.31, ensuring that organized retail theft and related conduct are recognized as corrupt activities while allowing for prosecution under existing laws. Overall, the legislation aims to strengthen legal frameworks against these activities and enhance enforcement measures.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2907.01, 2923.31
As Reported By House Committee: 2907.01, 2923.31
As Passed By House: 2907.01, 2923.31