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U.S. News South Dakota: Legislature Passes HIV Exposure LawFebruary 20, 2008 Under a measure passed unanimously by the state House of Representatives, persons convicted of intentionally exposing sex partners to HIV would have to register as sex offenders upon their release from prison. Two people have been convicted of such exposure under a state law that provides for prison sentences of up to 15 years, said Rep. Richard Engels (Hartford). The new measure will become law if signed by Gov. Mike Rounds. Associated Press 2.19.2008 This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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