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StateAlabamaEnacted
SB 318: Crime of sexual torture; criminal elements revised
Coleman (M)
SB 318 status: Enacted (updated Apr 16, 2026).
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What this bill does
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Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 50/100
Constitutionality50%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill revises the criminal elements for the crime of sexual torture in Alabama.
Who is affected
The legislation directly affects the criminal justice system, including prosecutors, defense attorneys, and defendants charged with the offense.
Requirements and enforcement
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Costs and funding
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When it takes effect
The bill has been enacted as of April 16, 2026.
Potential benefits
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Risks and tradeoffs
The lack of specific textual definitions prevents an assessment of whether the new elements provide necessary clarity or introduce ambiguity into criminal prosecutions.
What is still unknown
The precise statutory changes, specific elements added or removed, and the resulting impact on sentencing or standard of proof remain unknown.
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Where it stands
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- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorComplete
- EnactedComplete
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