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Sextual Healing: Solving The Teen To Teen Sexting Problem In Virginia, Samuel T. Bernier Oct 2010

Sextual Healing: Solving The Teen To Teen Sexting Problem In Virginia, Samuel T. Bernier

Law Student Publications

This comment analyzes how teen-to-teen sexting is presently addressed under the Code of Virginia. It also addresses the statutes under which Janie and her friends may be convicted for their various indiscretions as well as some of the long term consequences of those convictions. Additionally, it addresses the recent Virginia State Crime Commissions report on teen-to-teen sexting.


Prosecute The Cheerleader, Save The World?: Asserting Federal Jurisdiction Over Child Pornography Crimes Committed Through “Sexting”, Isaac A. Mcbeth May 2010

Prosecute The Cheerleader, Save The World?: Asserting Federal Jurisdiction Over Child Pornography Crimes Committed Through “Sexting”, Isaac A. Mcbeth

Law Student Publications

This comment explores the possible scenarios in which sexting could give rise to prosecution under Protection of Children Against Sexual Exploitation Act of 1977 (“PCASEA”) for transporting, distributing, receiving, or possessing child pornography.2 Part II provides background information on the practice and prevalence of sexting. Part III discusses the definition of child pornography within the meaning of federal law and applies that definition to sexting. Part IV presents the concept of the transporting or shipping in interstate or foreign commerce jurisdictional hook and its potential relation to sexting. Part V applies the principles of statutory interpretation to the relevant provisions …


Issue 4: Table Of Contents May 2010

Issue 4: Table Of Contents

University of Richmond Law Review

No abstract provided.


Prosecute The Cheerleader, Save The World?: Asserting Federal Jurisdiction Over Child Pornography Crimes Committed Through "Sexting", Isaac A. Mcbeth May 2010

Prosecute The Cheerleader, Save The World?: Asserting Federal Jurisdiction Over Child Pornography Crimes Committed Through "Sexting", Isaac A. Mcbeth

University of Richmond Law Review

No abstract provided.


Sexting And Teenagers: Omg R U Going 2 Jail???, Catherine Arcabascio Jan 2010

Sexting And Teenagers: Omg R U Going 2 Jail???, Catherine Arcabascio

Richmond Journal of Law & Technology

Sexting is a relatively recent practice engaged in by the young, and sometimes not-so-young, and foolish. “Sexting” is “the practice of sending or posting sexually suggestive text messages and images, including nude or semi-nude photographs, via cellular telephones or over the Internet.”