Submission + - Sexting now illegal in Florida (orlandosentinel.com) 5
SonicSpike writes: No more sexy texts for teens. Starting on Saturday, teen "sexting" is illegal in Florida.
The new state law, which passed in June, bans teens from sending nude or racy photos to each other by phone.The first offense is a non-criminal violation punishable by eight hours of community service or a $60 fine. The second strike is a first-degree misdemeanor. "Sexting" becomes a felony on the third offense, carrying a maximum five-year prison sentence.
The new law softens punishment for teen offenders, who often were prosecuted under child porn laws and labeled as sex offenders.
The new state law, which passed in June, bans teens from sending nude or racy photos to each other by phone.The first offense is a non-criminal violation punishable by eight hours of community service or a $60 fine. The second strike is a first-degree misdemeanor. "Sexting" becomes a felony on the third offense, carrying a maximum five-year prison sentence.
The new law softens punishment for teen offenders, who often were prosecuted under child porn laws and labeled as sex offenders.