Justice for Exploited Children Act

Increased Criminal Penalties for Repeat or Willful Violators: Under Section 2(a)(4), any person who repeatedly or willfully violates section 15(a)(4) could face a fine of up to $100,000 or up to 5 years in prison.

Stricter Punishment for Fatalities or Serious Injuries: Section 2(a)(3) mandates much higher penalties, including fines up to $500,000 or up to 10 years in prison, if a willful or repeated violation results in the death or serious injury of an employee under 18.

Higher Civil Penalties for Standard Violations: Section 2(b)(1)(B)(i) increases the fine for violations to be not less than $1,000 but not more than $150,000, and doubles that penalty if the violation is repeated or willful.

Increased Civil Penalties for Serious Incidents: Section 2(b)(1)(C)(i) changes the fine for certain violations to be not less than $25,000 but not more than $601,150.

Specific Protections for Fatalities Involving Minors: Section 2(b)(1)(B)(iii) establishes a penalty of not less than $50,000 and not more than $601,150 for violations causing the death of an employee under 18, which can be doubled for repeated or willful violations.

Increased Financial Burdens via Civil Penalties: Under Section 2(b), violators may face significantly higher civil fines, with maximum amounts reaching up to $601,150.

Increased Risk of Imprisonment: Section 2(a) introduces or increases the potential for prison sentences of up to 5 or 10 years for certain violations related to child labor.