Sexting Laws in California
Sexting Laws in California
Sexting Laws in California What Is Sexting? Sexting refers to the sending of sexually explicit messages and pictures through text messaging. Due to the expansion of cell phones, social media, and online dating, sexting has risen as a relatively new type of sex crime. While sexting between two consenting adults is perfectly legal under California law, sexting can become a criminal act and result in harsh consequences in some circumstances. …
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Mandatory Reporters Required to Report Suspected Child Pornography Activity
Mandatory Reporters Required to Report Suspected Child Pornography Activity Some laws exist to protect those who need the most protection. That is why there are laws designed to protect the elderly, the disabled and children. Violations of those laws are generally punished severely. The goal of protecting children is so important that California and many other states have designated certain professions as “mandatory reporters,” meaning that if a person in…
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Can Minors Be Convicted of Possessing or Distributing Child Pornography?
Can Minors Be Convicted of Possessing or Distributing Child Pornography? Parents in the 21st century know the debate well: Do you give your child a smartphone at a young age? On one hand, you will be able to reach your child and your child will be able to reach you at all times. On the other hand, your child could now have access to things you do not want him…
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Can You Be Charged with a Child Pornography Crime if You Thought the Images Depicted Adults? (PC 311.11)
Can You Be Charged with a Child Pornography Crime if You Thought the Images Depicted Adults? (PC 311.11) You could be charged with a serious crime if you own, send or simply view child pornography. A conviction for a child pornography crime could impact you for the rest of your life. But what happens if you did not know you were viewing images of child pornography? If you thought the…
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