Child Pornography
/ˈtʃaɪld ˌpɔːrnəˈɡræfi/
Definitions
- (n.) Any visual depiction involving the sexual exploitation or abuse of a minor, typically prohibited by law.
The defendant was charged with possession of child pornography.
- (n.) Material depicting minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct, creation and distribution of which is criminalized under federal and state law.
Federal statutes impose severe penalties for trafficking in child pornography.
Forms
- child pornography
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Commentary
The term strictly refers to illegal depictions involving minors and is distinct from adult pornography; precision is key in statutes to avoid ambiguity.
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