Increasing fines for first degree sexual assault

Senate Bill 1046 increases the fine for first-degree sexual assault from $1,000-$10,000 to $10,000-$100,000. It specifically mandates life imprisonment and a $50,000-$250,000 fine for offenders aged 18 or older who commit sexual assault against victims under 12 years old. The bill also updates jury procedures to require explicit findings on life imprisonment eligibility in these cases. This legislation directly affects individuals convicted of first-degree sexual assault, particularly those involving child victims under 12.