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House approves bill creating aggravated lewd-conduct offenses; sponsors say prosecutors need tools
Summary
House Bill 380 creates aggravated offenses and mandatory minimums for certain lewd conduct involving minors. Sponsors said the measure fills gaps in Idaho law; opponents noted possible constitutional litigation. The House passed the bill 63-0 (with absences).
The Idaho House approved House Bill 380 on March 17, a measure that creates new aggravated offenses and mandatory minimum penalties for severe lewd conduct involving minors. Sponsors said the change gives prosecutors additional options in the most serious cases; supporters characterized the measure as a child-protection tool. The clerk recorded final passage of the bill on the floor (roll call reported 63 ayes, with 7 absent or excused).
Sponsor remarks described the bill as…
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