Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026

The Kayleigh's Law Act of 2026 amends title 18 of the United States Code to establish a new provision for natural lifetime injunctions. This legislation mandates that courts include an order prohibiting contact with a victim as part of the sentence for defendants convicted of specific violent or sexual felony offenses.

These injunctions are designed to remain in effect for the entire life of the defendant, providing long-term protection for victims. Any violation of such an order would be punishable as contempt of court, ensuring its enforceability.

The bill defines "covered offenses" to include:

• Any crime of violence that is a felony.
• Any felony offense involving a sexual act or sexual conduct, along with a list of specific federal statutes related to sexual exploitation and trafficking.

Termination or suspension of these lifetime injunctions is strictly limited, occurring only if the victim moves for termination due to a pardon or commutation, or if the defendant's conviction is dismissed or overturned on appeal. Importantly, no fee may be assessed to a victim for the issuance of these protective orders.