Ohio HB679 increases penalties for engaging in prostitution and related offenses.

Ohio HB679 amends the Revised Code to increase penalties for engaging in prostitution and related offenses. It defines terms such as "sexually oriented offense" and "child-victim oriented offense." The bill specifies penalties for engaging in prostitution, including fines and potential imprisonment. It also outlines classifications for sex offenders and child-victim offenders based on their prior convictions and the nature of their offenses. The bill aims to strengthen penalties for repeat offenders and those who engage in prostitution with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Ohio HB679 increases penalties for engaging in prostitution and related offenses.

Ohio HB679 amends the Revised Code to increase penalties for engaging in prostitution and related offenses. It defines terms such as "sexually oriented offense" and "child-victim oriented offense." The bill specifies penalties for engaging in prostitution, including fines and potential imprisonment. It also outlines classifications for sex offenders and child-victim offenders based on their prior convictions and the nature of their offenses. The bill aims to strengthen penalties for repeat offenders and those who engage in prostitution with individuals with developmental disabilities.