Increases penalties for engaging in prostitution with minors in Minnesota.

The bill increases penalties for engaging in prostitution with minors in Minnesota. It raises the maximum fine and imprisonment for those who engage in prostitution with individuals under 18 but at least 16 years old. It also increases penalties for hiring or agreeing to hire minors for sexual activities. The new penalties include fines up to $30,000 and imprisonment up to 15 years for those who target minors under 16. The bill is effective August 1, 2025.

Increases penalties for engaging in prostitution with minors in Minnesota.

The bill increases penalties for engaging in prostitution with minors in Minnesota. It raises the maximum fine and imprisonment for those who engage in prostitution with individuals under 18 but at least 16 years old. It also increases penalties for hiring or agreeing to hire minors for sexual activities. The new penalties include fines up to $30,000 and imprisonment up to 15 years for those who target minors under 16. The bill is effective August 1, 2025.