AN ACT relating to possession or viewing of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor.

Amend KRS 531.335, relating to possession or viewing of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor, to provide that the sexual performance may be by a computer-generated image of a minor; provide that any person convicted of possession or viewing of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor shall not be released on probation or parole without serving 85% of the sentence imposed.

Local Mandate Corrections Impact Children and Minors Crimes and Punishments Criminal Procedure Probation and Parole

Introduced: January 14, 2026

Last action: April 13, 2026

(Acts Ch. 109)

In effect since July 15, 2026

Acts from the 2026 Regular Session that don't carry an emergency clause or set their own effective date took effect 90 days after the session adjourned (Ky. Constitution § 55).

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This bill updates Kentucky law on the possession or viewing of child sexual abuse material to include computer-generated images of minors, not just real children. It also requires that anyone convicted of this offense must serve at least 85% of their sentence before becoming eligible for probation or parole. Who it may affect: people convicted of this offense, and children whose safety this law is intended to protect.

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