Sexting: New Law Proposed

The state of Texas is considering a new law focused specifically on the issue of “sexting.” The Texas Attorney General says the goal of the new law is to educate students rather than make them criminals. Today, sexting is becoming a very serious issue with harsh consequences.

A new survey shows one in five teens admitted sending or posting suggestive images of themselves. Nearly four in ten teens admitted sending sexually suggestive messages. The proposed law would charge the teen with a misdemeanor, forcing a court appearance, and require parents to enroll in an educational program. Eventually, offenders could wipe the slate clean at 17 years old.

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