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HB1312Introduced in the House

Penalties for certain sex offenses.

IntroducedHouse Courts and Criminal Code

Introduced by Andrew Ireland, District 90

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Penalties for certain sex offenses. Defines "aggravated child molesting". Provides that the state may seek either a death sentence or a sentence of life imprisonment without parole for a person convicted of aggravated child molesting. Provides requirements for a jury or court to impose either a death sentence or a sentence of life imprisonment without parole. Makes conforming changes.

Where it stands

First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code

January 6, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Authored by Representative Ireland

  2. First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code

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