Assembly Bill 964 aims to enhance the legal framework surrounding Internet crimes against children by specifically categorizing sexual extortion as an Internet crime against a child when the victim is under 18 years old. The bill introduces new legal language under section 165.505 (1) (bg) 3., which states that a violation of sexual extortion (s. 942.095) qualifies as an Internet crime against a child if the victim was a minor at the time of the offense. This addition allows for the attorney general to utilize administrative subpoenas more effectively in investigations related to such crimes.

The bill builds upon existing laws that permit the attorney general to subpoena electronic communication service providers and hotels for information relevant to ongoing investigations of human trafficking and Internet crimes against children. By explicitly including sexual extortion in this category, the bill aims to strengthen the tools available for law enforcement to combat these serious offenses and protect vulnerable children from exploitation.