Senate Bill 91 aims to enhance penalties for child trafficking offenses in Wisconsin. Under the current law, trafficking a child is classified as a Class C felony. This bill proposes to elevate the penalty to a Class A felony, which carries a life imprisonment sentence, if the crime involves at least three child victims. Additionally, the bill stipulates that individuals convicted of this Class A felony will not be eligible for release to extended supervision, thereby ensuring that those found guilty face severe and lasting consequences for their actions.

The bill also includes several amendments to existing statutes related to sentencing and eligibility for parole or extended supervision. Specifically, it amends sections regarding life sentences to clarify that individuals sentenced for trafficking children will not have the possibility of parole or extended supervision. New legal language is introduced to define the penalties for those who benefit from child trafficking, with similar escalated penalties based on the number of victims involved. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the legal framework surrounding child trafficking and ensure that offenders face significant repercussions for their crimes.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 302.114(1), 302.114, 303.065(1)(b)2, 303.065, 304.02(5), 304.02, 973.014(2), 973.014