Is it illegal in Missouri to sext?

There are no laws in Missouri specifically regarding sexting. However, sexting falls under state child pornography regulations, which state that pictures of a person under 18 engaged in sexual behaviors is a crime. You can learn more at your state's website. read more

Laws Pertaining to Sexting in the State of Missouri. Under Missouri law if a minor is caught possessing or distributing sexually explicit images of a minor (including images of themselves) then such minor shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor, if it is their first offense, and may be punishable by up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine. read more

Summary of news and laws pertaing to sexting laws across the United States. read more