The Wisconsin Assembly is advancing legislation that would define and criminalize the grooming of children.
The bill makes it illegal to engage in a pattern of behavior intended to condition or entice a child for sexual purposes. State lawmakers say the measure was prompted by gaps in state law exposed in a former Kenosha teacher case. The proposal heads to the Senate for consideration. If approved by the Senate and governor, violations would be felony offenses requiring prison time and sex offender registration.
