Arizona Republican Lawmakers Propose Life Sentences for Child Sex Traffickers
Published on January 29, 2024
Arizona Republican lawmakers have introduced mirror bills that would make child sex trafficking a crime punishable by life in prison. On Jan. 25, key sponsors of the legislation held a press conference at Arizona’s state capitol building in Phoenix, saying the measure seeks to put an end to the buying and selling of children for sex in the Grand Canyon State. If passed in both chambers, the legislation would make Arizona one of the strictest states in the country regarding punishment for anyone engaging in child sex crimes. “It’s important that Arizona take the lead on this. Other states look at us and try to follow us in other categories,” said Arizona Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R)....