华盛顿州考虑减少对无身体接触的儿童性欲案件的惩罚,以加强线人合作。 Washington state considers reducing penalties in child sex sting cases without physical contact to boost informant cooperation.

华盛顿州的一项法案提议减少对被判定从事儿童性行为的人的处罚,特别是在没有发生身体接触的情况下。 A Washington state bill proposes reducing penalties for individuals convicted in child sex sting operations, especially when no physical contact occurred. 该措施旨在通过降低对举报人的威慑力,解决判刑差距和改进执法合作。 The measure aims to address sentencing disparities and improve law enforcement cooperation by lowering deterrents for informants. 支持者强调其提高调查效力的潜力,而批评者则警告说,这可能削弱威慑和儿童保护努力。 Supporters highlight its potential to enhance investigative effectiveness, while critics warn it may weaken deterrence and child protection efforts. 州立法者正在对该法案进行审查,尚未作出决定。 The bill is under review by state lawmakers, with no decision yet made.