Wisconsin Statutes 146.35 – Female genital mutilation prohibited
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Attorney's Note
Under the Wisconsin Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class H felony | up to 6 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Wisconsin Statutes 146.35
- Following: when used by way of reference to any statute section, means the section next following that in which the reference is made. See Wisconsin Statutes 990.01
- Minor: means a person who has not attained the age of 18 years, except that for purposes of investigating or prosecuting a person who is alleged to have violated a state or federal criminal law or any civil law or municipal ordinance, "minor" does not include a person who has attained the age of 17 years. See Wisconsin Statutes 990.01
- Person: includes all partnerships, associations and bodies politic or corporate. See Wisconsin Statutes 990.01
(1) In this section, “infibulate” means to clasp together with buckles or stitches.
(2) Except as provided in sub. (3), no person may circumcise, excise or infibulate the labia majora, labia minora or clitoris of a female minor.
(3) Subsection (2) does not apply if the circumcision, excision or infibulation is performed by a physician, as defined in s. 448.01 (5), and is necessary for the health of the female minor or is necessary to correct an anatomical abnormality.
(4) None of the following may be asserted as a defense to prosecution for a violation of sub. (2):
(a) Consent by the female minor or by a parent of the female minor to the circumcision, excision or infibulation.
(b) The circumcision, excision or infibulation is required as a matter of custom or ritual.
(5) Whoever violates sub. (2) is guilty of a Class H felony.