The bill amends existing laws related to crimes and offenses by introducing a definition for "publicly communicate" and expanding the scope of promoting obscenity. Specifically, it defines "publicly communicate" as displaying, posting, exhibiting, giving away, or vocalizing material in a manner that allows it to be readily and distinctly perceived by the public through normal unaided vision or hearing. This new definition aims to clarify what constitutes public communication of obscene material.

Additionally, the bill modifies the criteria for committing the crime of promoting obscenity by including the phrase "or publicly communicates" in the relevant section. This change broadens the legal framework to encompass not only the dissemination of obscene material but also its public communication. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-4-301, 6-4-302