Ohio HB47 increases penalties for human trafficking, kidnapping, and abduction offenses.

Ohio HB47, known as the Human Trafficking Prevention Act, amends the state's Revised Code to increase penalties for human trafficking, kidnapping, and abduction. The bill defines specific offenses and sets mandatory minimum prison terms for offenders. For human trafficking involving a minor or person with a developmental disability, the bill mandates an indefinite prison term of at least 25 years and up to life imprisonment. Kidnapping offenses, particularly those involving minors, carry similar penalties.

Ohio HB47 increases penalties for human trafficking, kidnapping, and abduction offenses.

Ohio HB47, known as the Human Trafficking Prevention Act, amends the state's Revised Code to increase penalties for human trafficking, kidnapping, and abduction. The bill defines specific offenses and sets mandatory minimum prison terms for offenders. For human trafficking involving a minor or person with a developmental disability, the bill mandates an indefinite prison term of at least 25 years and up to life imprisonment. Kidnapping offenses, particularly those involving minors, carry similar penalties.