Crimes and offenses; crime of female genital mutilation established, penalties provided

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This bill would create the crime of female genital mutilation in Alabama, making it a Class B felony to perform the procedure on a female under 19 years old. It would also be a crime for a parent or guardian to allow it, or to remove a minor from the state for this purpose. The bill includes an exception for medically necessary procedures performed by a licensed physician.

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