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(a) The special agent teams established pursuant to Section 13885.1 shall also take a proactive role in the investigation and prosecution of preferential child molesters and sexual exploiters.
(b) For purposes of this section, “preferential child molester” means a person whose primary sex drive is directed toward children. A preferential child molester is distinguished from a situational child molester, who will use children sexually in times of stress because of a lack of impulse control or as a result of circumstances.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - California Code, Penal Code - PEN § 13885.15 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/penal-code/pen-sect-13885-15/
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