Delaware SB142 amends laws to address sexual extortion and child abuse awareness in schools.

Delaware SB142 amends Title 11 and Title 14 of the Delaware Code to redefine sexual extortion and enhance child abuse awareness and prevention in schools. The bill specifies that sexual extortion is a class E felony, escalating to a Class B felony under certain conditions, such as when the victim is a child or vulnerable adult, or when the offense results in serious physical injury or death. Additionally, it mandates that school districts and charter schools require training for school administrators, nurses, and counselors on recognizing and reporting child abuse, including sexual extortion.

Delaware SB142 amends laws to address sexual extortion and child abuse awareness in schools.

Delaware SB142 amends Title 11 and Title 14 of the Delaware Code to redefine sexual extortion and enhance child abuse awareness and prevention in schools. The bill specifies that sexual extortion is a class E felony, escalating to a Class B felony under certain conditions, such as when the victim is a child or vulnerable adult, or when the offense results in serious physical injury or death. Additionally, it mandates that school districts and charter schools require training for school administrators, nurses, and counselors on recognizing and reporting child abuse, including sexual extortion.