Sexual abuse also includes any act which involves a minor which constitutes a violation of prostitution offenses under sections 609.321 to 609.324 or 617.246.
Sexual abuse includes threatened sexual abuse.
Abuse does not include reasonable and moderate physical discipline of a child administered by a parent or legal guardian which does not result in an injury. In determining the protective action to take and the services to be offered to the child and family when a child has been exposed to domestic violence, the local welfare agency shall consider the safety and well-being of the child and the safety of a parent who is a victim of domestic violence. In determining whether there is a need for child protective services, the local welfare agency shall take into account the presence of protective factors in the child's environment. In preparing the budget proposal for the 2002-2003 biennium, the commissioner of finance, in consultation with the commissioners of revenue and human services, shall present proposals and funding options to provide services to families who would be eligible for services under Minnesota Statutes, section 626.5551 or 626.5552, if enacted. An emergency shelter and its agents, employees, and volunteers must comply with court orders, section 626.556, chapter 260C, and all other applicable laws.