Assembly Bill 265 aims to strengthen penalties related to human trafficking and child trafficking in Wisconsin. The bill proposes to elevate the penalty for human trafficking from a Class D felony to a Class C felony and for trafficking a child from a Class C felony to a Class B felony. Additionally, it introduces mandatory minimum prison sentences of 10 years for human trafficking and 15 years for trafficking a child. The bill also establishes that prosecutions for violations of human trafficking can be initiated within 10 years of the offense.

Key amendments include the creation of new legal provisions that mandate these minimum sentences and the adjustment of existing classifications for trafficking offenses. Specifically, the bill amends sections of the statutes to reflect these changes, including the reclassification of penalties in sections 940.302 and 948.051, where the penalties for trafficking offenses are increased and the corresponding felony classifications are updated. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the legal framework surrounding human trafficking and provide stronger deterrents against these crimes.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 939.616(title), 939.616, 940.302(2)(a)(intro.), 940.302, 940.302(2)(b), 948.051(1), 948.051, 948.051(2)