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 percent of the sentence imposed.

Introduced: January 7, 2025

Last action: February 4, 2025

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This bill updates Kentucky law on possession or viewing of child sexual abuse material to explicitly include computer-generated images of minors, closing a potential gap in current law. It also requires anyone convicted of this offense to serve at least 85 percent of their sentence before being eligible for probation or parole. Who it may affect: people convicted of this offense, and children who may be protected by stronger enforcement of these laws.

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