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Senate advances sex-offender registry clarification amid debate over prosecutorial discretion
Summary
The Senate voted to move House Bill 75 to third reading after extended debate on when convictions for unlawful sexual activity with a minor must be included on the sex-offender registry. Sponsors said the bill clarifies existing law; critics warned it could remove judicial or prosecutorial flexibility in plea negotiations.
The Utah Senate advanced House Bill 75 to third reading after a lengthy floor debate about registry rules and prosecutorial tools. Sponsor Senator Escamilla told senators the bill clarifies that convictions for unlawful sexual activity with a minor should lead to registry placement when statutory criteria are met.
"What we're trying to fix is if an individual is convicted of the offense which already is supposed to be in the…
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