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HB1075 • 2025

Sexual offenses; modify penalty for offenders previously convicted of the offense of trafficking of persons for labor or sexual servitude

Sexual offenses; modify penalty for offenders previously convicted of the offense of trafficking of persons for labor or sexual servitude

Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Chastain, Johnny
Last action
2026-05-12
Official status
House Date Signed by Governor
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official bill summary and title confirm the intent to modify penalties, but do not describe how they are modified.

HB1075: Changing Penalties for Repeat Human Trafficking Offenders

This law changes the punishment rules in Georgia for people who commit sexual offenses after already being convicted of trafficking persons.

What This Bill Does

  • Amends Chapter 6 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding sexual offenses.
  • Modifies the penalty for offenders previously convicted of trafficking persons for labor or sexual servitude.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Offenders in Georgia who commit sexual offenses and have a prior conviction for trafficking persons.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The provided text does not specify the exact length or type of new penalties.
  • The source material states the law takes effect on July 1, 2026, but does not list specific dates for when past cases might be reviewed.

Bill History

  1. 2026-05-12 Georgia General Assembly

    House Date Signed by Governor

Official Summary Text

Sexual offenses; modify penalty for offenders previously convicted of the offense of trafficking of persons for labor or sexual servitude