Online Solicitation Laws Texas

Summary

Online solicitation of a minor in Texas is a serious offense involving an adult using electronic communication to solicit a minor for sexual conduct. Penalties include imprisonment, fines, and sex offender registration. Soliciting a minor in person with intent to engage in illegal activities is also a serious offense with similar consequences. Legal advice is recommended for understanding specific legal consequences and potential defenses.

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What is it?
Online solicitation of a minor in Texas is a serious offense. It involves an adult using the internet or electronic communication to intentionally solicit a minor (under *) for sexual conduct. Penalties can be severe, including imprisonment and fines.
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It sounds like you're dealing with a significant issue. Online solicitation of a minor in Texas is indeed a serious offense.
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What does it mean to solicit a minor
In general, soliciting a minor means an adult engaging in communication with a minor (under *) with the intent to encourage or induce them to engage in illegal or inappropriate activities, often of a sexual nature.
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In person?
Soliciting a minor in person still involves engaging in communication or actions aimed at encouraging a minor to engage in illegal or inappropriate activities, often sexual. This remains a serious offense with severe legal consequences.
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In person though, with intent to do in person?
Soliciting a minor in person with the intent to engage in illegal or inappropriate activities remains a serious offense under Texas law. The penalties can include:
- Imprisonment
- Fines
- Registration as a sex offender
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