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SB239

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AN ACT relating to parentage fraud.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 530 to establish the crime of parentage fraud as a Class B misdemeanor.

Introduced: February 18, 2025

Last action: February 20, 2025

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This bill would create a new crime in Kentucky called "parentage fraud." A person convicted of this offense could face a Class B misdemeanor, which is a criminal charge rather than just a civil matter. Who it may affect: individuals involved in legal disputes over parentage and families navigating child-related legal proceedings.

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Legislative History

Feb 18, 2025 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Feb 18, 2025 · Senate
To Committee On Committees (S)
Feb 20, 2025 · Senate
To Judiciary (S)

Primary Sponsor

Portrait of Donald Douglas
Donald Douglas

Senator · Senate District 22

Primary sponsor
Donald.Douglas@kylegislature.gov
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Co-sponsors (1)

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Gary Boswell

Senator · Senate District 08

Co-sponsor
gary.boswell@kylegislature.gov

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