Proposed Ohio Sexting Law: Lower Sex Crimes Consequences for Teens

A new bill before the Ohio legislature would change the crime of sexting by minors from a felony to a misdemeanor.

2011-03-26

March 26, 2011 (Press-News.org) Anyone who faces sex crimes charges must understand the importance of an aggressive criminal defense. From false allegations to overzealous prosecutors, a suspect's world can change drastically overnight. If that person is a juvenile or young person just entering the adult world, the shame and embarrassment of the ordeal can cause lasting damage.

A new bill before the Ohio legislature could provide significant relief for young people who face criminal prosecution due to "sexting." Currently, minors who send nude images to other minors on iPhones and other telecommunications devices can be charged with a second-degree felony, a process that can lead to sex offender status. Ohio House Bill 53 would create a new a first-degree misdemeanor offense that makes it illegal for a minor to knowingly create, receive, exchange, send or possess images that show a minor in a state of nudity.

Obviously, such a change would be a welcome improvement from the difficulties of a lifetime of Ohio sex offender registration, all caused by a teenage indiscretion. Protecting a child from the worst consequences of a juvenile crimes prosecution is the goal of every parent whose family encounters such troubles. But parents must realize that immediate action may be necessary to provide the strong Ohio criminal defense your child deserves.

An Ohio Sex Crimes Attorney Can Provide Aggressive Defense and Timely Advice

A host of sexual offenses more serious than sexting, including public indecency, sexual assault and Internet sex crimes can threaten harsh consequences against alleged young offenders. Parents who need answers can learn about the Ohio juvenile justice system and their child's prospects for dismissal of charges or other positive outcomes in a consultation with an Ohio juvenile defense lawyer.

One important factor to keep in mind in any sex crimes prosecution is the possibility of false accusations or personal vendettas against a teen. A criminal defense attorney who has experience assessing the evidence, interviewing potential witnesses and picking apart allegations to find inconsistencies can be a powerful ally for a family in a time of difficulty.

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