❌ HB249
Enact the Indecent Exposure Modernization Act
Summary
The bill amends sections of the Ohio Revised Code to modernize laws regarding indecent exposure. It establishes penalties for exposing private parts, engaging in sexual conduct, or masturbation in public settings, particularly when minors are present. The bill outlines degrees of misdemeanors and felonies based on prior offenses and the presence of minors.
Rationale
The bill imposes restrictions on personal conduct and expression, which conflicts with the Libertarian Party's principles of self-ownership and personal liberty. It criminalizes actions that do not involve direct harm to others, opposing the LP's stance against victimless crimes. The LPO's score reflects a slight alignment due to its focus on limiting state power, but the bill still enforces punitive measures that contradict its core values.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over personal behavior
- Potential for overreach in enforcement
- Criminalization of non-violent actions