Pornography and Obscene Material Defense in Dallas
Facing charges related to pornography or obscene material in Dallas? Victoria Barr Law offers aggressive legal defense to protect your rights and your future.
What Are Pornography and Obscene Material Crimes in Texas?
Texas law prohibits the production, distribution, or possession of certain types of pornography and obscene materials, especially when minors are involved. These offenses carry severe criminal penalties, including lengthy prison terms and sex offender registration.
Types of Pornography and Obscene Material Offenses
- Possession of Child Pornography: Having sexually explicit material involving minors.
- Distribution of Obscene Material: Sharing, selling, or distributing explicit content considered illegal under Texas law.
- Online Solicitation: Using the internet to share or solicit obscene materials.
- Production of Illegal Content: Creating explicit content without legal consent or involving minors.
Penalties for Pornography and Obscene Material Charges in Texas
- State Jail Felony: Possession of certain types of obscene material can lead to 6 months to 2 years in jail and fines up to $10,000.
- Third-Degree Felony: Distribution of illegal content, with prison terms of 2 to 10 years.
- Second-Degree Felony: Possession of child pornography, with 2 to 20 years in prison.
- First-Degree Felony: Large-scale production involving minors, punishable by up to life in prison.
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- Disputing evidence obtained through illegal searches
- Challenging forensic and digital data accuracy
- Proving lack of intent or wrongful accusations
- Negotiating plea agreements or seeking case dismissals
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pornography and Obscene Material
Obscene material refers to content that depicts sexual conduct in a patently offensive way, lacks serious artistic, scientific, or political value, and violates community standards. This includes certain pornographic content.
Generally, possessing obscene material for personal use is not a crime. However, possession or distribution of child pornography is a severe felony offense, regardless of intent or quantity.
Distributing obscene material is a Class A misdemeanor in Texas, punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $4,000. If the material involves minors, charges and penalties are significantly more severe.
Not all pornography is considered obscene material. Obscenity is determined by legal standards that evaluate whether the content violates community norms, while pornography may be legal if it doesn’t meet the obscenity criteria.
Yes, sharing explicit content, such as intimate images or videos, without the subject’s consent is a crime in Texas. Known as “revenge porn,” it is punishable as a misdemeanor or felony depending on the circumstances.
Possession of child pornography is a third-degree felony in Texas, punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Each image or video can result in separate charges, leading to harsher penalties.
Websites hosting content that is legally obscene under Texas or federal law may face criminal or civil actions. Hosting child pornography is strictly illegal and prosecuted aggressively.
Accidental possession of illegal material may serve as a defense if there’s no evidence of intent. However, it’s critical to consult a defense attorney to navigate such cases effectively.
A conviction for possession or distribution of obscene material does not typically require registration as a sex offender. However, charges involving minors or child pornography do carry mandatory registration requirements.
A defense attorney can investigate the circumstances of your case, challenge the prosecution’s evidence, and negotiate plea deals. They work to ensure your rights are protected and pursue the best possible outcome.