HB1031

This bill increases penalties for rape offenses by elevating rape in the first degree from a Class C felony to a Class B felony, making it a more serious crime. The bill also eliminates one category of rape law (repealing a section on a specific rape offense) while keeping the other four rape categories but maintaining their existing penalty levels. Additionally, the bill removes any statute of limitations for rape charges, meaning prosecutors can bring charges at any time regardless of how long ago the crime occurred.

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