Resolution to Amend the Felony Act

A resolution to amend the Kodiak Felony Act, 637 to include the crime of Child Endangerment.

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Be it resolved by the General Assembly

HEREBY amends the Kodiak Felony Act, 637 to rename 'Article 9' to 'Article 10';

AND inserts the following:

Article 9 - Endangering the Welfare of a Child

9.1 - A child is defined as an individual under the age of 17 who has not become legally emancipated from their guardians.

9.2 - Endangering is defined as any act or lack thereof that either deliberately or negligently places a minor in a situation where their life or overall wellbeing is at risk.

9.2.1 - Examples include but are not limited to: Driving while under the influence with the child in the vehicle. Failing to secure medical attention for a child in need. Using controlled substances around the child. Forcing the child in question to consume pineapple pizza.

9.3 - Punishable by up to 5 years in prison

Proposed by Klaus Mikaelson, MGA, KWP.