What You Need to Know if You Were Charged With Child Pornography on a Company Laptop in Washington?
Facing an accusation of possessing or viewing child pornography is one of the most serious and life-altering criminal allegations someone can encounter, especially when the material [...]
Under Washington Law, Am I Guilty of Viewing Child Pornography Online If I Did So on Accident?
In the digital age, it’s easier than ever to stumble upon disturbing or illegal content online - sometimes without meaning to. But what happens if you [...]
What Are “Immoral Purposes” in the Crime of Communicating With a Minor?
In Washington State, the offense of Communicating With a Minor for Immoral Purposes (commonly referred to as CMIP) is governed by RCW 9.68A.090. CMIP is a [...]
Washington Law on Possessing Child Pornography in the Second Degree
Washington law says that you are guilty of possessing child pornography in the second degree if you knowingly possess a visual or printed matter depicting a [...]
Washington Law on Possessing Child Pornography in the First Degree
Under Washington law, you commit the crime of possessing child pornography in the first degree if you knowingly possess a visual or printed matter depicting a [...]
Distributing Child Pornography Under Washington Law
Washington law makes it a crime for you to distribute child pornography. The offense is charged as a felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor), and a [...]
Washington Law on Dealing in Depictions of Minor Engaged in Sexually Explicit Conduct
One of Washington’s child pornography laws involves dealing in depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct. This particular criminal offense is a serious felony under [...]
Federal Law on Enticement of a Minor
Enticement of a minor is the federal offense where you persuade a person under the age of 18 to engage in prostitution or an illegal sex [...]
Federal Law on the Sexual Exploitation of Children
Federal law makes it a serious crime for any person to “sexually exploit” a child. Federal prosecutors often use this law to file internet related sex [...]
Aggravated Sexual Abuse Under Federal Law
You generally commit the crime of aggravated sexual abuse under federal law if you force another person to engage in a sex act. The crime can [...]