Justice for Kids co-founder and child injury law attorney Stacie Schmerling recently spoke with CBS12 News about a new Florida law designed to strengthen protections for children from sexual offenses.
The law closes a loophole by making it a felony for an adult to intentionally engage in sexual conduct while watching a child under 16, even if the child does not see or is unaware of the conduct.
“We’re very hopeful that it’s going to provide increased protection for children who are the victims of these sex offenses,” Stacie told CBS12.
At Justice for Kids, protecting vulnerable children and holding those who harm them accountable is at the heart of our work.
Read the full story from CBS12 News: https://cbs12.com/news/local/new-law-targets-adults-who-engage-in-sexual-conduct-while-watching-kids-florida-news-local-news-palm-beach-county-state-district
