❌ HB168
Regards motivation or purpose to commit criminal child enticement
Summary
This bill amends sections 2905.05 and 2950.01 of the Revised Code to require that a person must act with a sexual motivation or an unlawful purpose to commit the offense of criminal child enticement. It establishes penalties for violations, including misdemeanor and felony charges based on prior offenses. An affirmative defense is provided for actions taken in response to bona fide emergencies.
Rationale
The bill increases government control over individual actions by imposing stricter definitions and penalties for child enticement, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of limited government intervention and personal freedom. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize the need for laws to protect individual rights without unnecessary government overreach.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over personal behavior
- Potential for overreach in enforcement
- Criminalization of actions that may not pose a real threat