By working together, we can create a safer and more supportive environment for teenagers, and prevent the devastating consequences of exploited teen pictures.
In the United States, 18 U.S. Code § 2251 makes production of CSAM a federal felony with penalties up to 30 years in prison. Distribution (§ 2252) and possession (§ 2252A) carry similarly severe sentences. Internationally, the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child has been ratified by nearly every UN member state.
Exploitation can lead to devastating emotional trauma, severe bullying, and academic or legal consequences. In some jurisdictions, even the consensual sharing of such images between minors can lead to criminal charges for "possession of child pornography". Teen daughter sending inappropriate pictures to boyfriend
Technology can play a crucial role in combating the spread of exploited teen pictures. Here are some ways: