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Archive Home > 2007 > December > 27 > New bills aim to halt online predators before they prey

New bills aim to halt online predators before they prey

Legislation is meant to classify all predatory behavior on the Internet as criminal acts

By Lauren Dake / The Bulletin
December 27, 2007

Law enforcement officials will have an easier time convicting sexual predators who prey on children using the Internet, thanks to several bills that passed the Oregon Legislature.

Starting Jan. 1, several bills that fall under the umbrella of protecting children will go into effect. The bills,....

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