‘Sexting’ has become increasingly common among young people and has been enabled by the popularity of smartphones; yet, where the person in the image is under 18, issues surrounding the creation and dissemination of child pornography are raised. Is sexting merely a part of our digital generations’ courting process, or should legislation reflect societal concerns?
by Ashley Fowles
1. Laws
1.1. Illegal
1.2. Pornography
1.2.1. Child Pornography
1.3. Age
1.3.1. Under the age of 18
1.4. Copy Right
1.5. Black Mail
1.6. Covictions
1.7. Sex Offenders
1.8. Current Legislation
1.8.1. Age of Consent?
1.8.2. When does it become porn?
1.8.3. Past consequences
2. Consequences
2.1. Jail Time
2.2. Humiliated
2.3. Violated
2.4. Abuse
2.5. Regret
3. Pressure
3.1. Peer Pressure
3.2. Social status
3.2.1. Sex Filled Society
3.2.1.1. Magazines
3.2.1.2. Internet
3.2.1.3. Social Media
3.2.1.4. Celebrities