Is sexting legal?

An adult who sends or receives sexually explicit material of someone under the age of 18 is subject to prosecution under federal law, which could result in hefty fines and incarceration. read more

Sexting is the sharing of nude or sexually explicit messages or photos, usually by cell phone or some other electronic device or means. Certain states have laws specific to sexting between minors. read more

State Laws Overview. The severity of a child’s action in terms of sexting is not always fully understood by both the children involved or their parents, but all 50 states have some type of legal enforcement. read more