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Minnesota Child Solicitation Laws
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Minnesota law makes it a felony for individuals 18 or older to solicit children under 15 for sexual conduct, including through electronic means. Mistake as to age or law enforcement involvement is not a defense. Penalties include up to five years imprisonment or a $10,000 fine. The statute of limitations is generally three years. Conviction can lead to sex offender registration, impacting living, working, and public disclosure.Full Conversation
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*.* SOLICITATION OF CHILDREN TO ENGAGE IN SEXUAL CONDUCT; COMMUNICATION OF SEXUALLY EXPLICIT MATERIALS TO CHILDREN.
Subdivision *.Definitions. As used in this section:
(a) "child" means a person 15 years of age or younger;
(b) "sexual conduct" means sexual contact of the individual's primary genital area, sexual penetration as defined in section *.*, or sexual performance as defined in section *.*; and
(c) "solicit" means commanding, entreating, or attempting to persuade a specific person in person, by telephone, by letter, or by computerized or other electronic means.
Subd. *.Prohibited act. A person 18 years of age or older who solicits a child or someone the person reasonably believes is a child to engage in sexual conduct with intent to engage in sexual conduct is guilty of a felony and may be sentenced as provided in subdivision *.
This Minnesota law makes it a felony for someone * or older to solicit a child (* or younger) or someone they believe to be a child, to engage in sexual conduct. "Solicit" involves persuading or trying to persuade someone through various means. Violation of this law can lead to serious legal penalties.
Subd. 2a.Electronic solicitation of children. A person 18 years of age or older who uses the Internet, a computer, computer program, computer network, computer system, an electronic communications system, or a telecommunications, wire, or radio communications system, or other electronic device capable of electronic data storage or transmission to commit any of the following acts, with the intent to arouse the sexual desire of any person, is guilty of a felony and may be sentenced as provided in subdivision *:
(*) soliciting a child or someone the person reasonably believes is a child to engage in sexual conduct;
(*) engaging in communication with a child or someone the person reasonably believes is a child, relating to or describing sexual conduct; or
(*) distributing any material, language, or communication, including a photographic or video image, that relates to or describes sexual conduct to a child or someone the person reasonably believes is a child.
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This law in Minnesota makes it a felony for anyone * or older to use electronic means to solicit or communicate sexual content to a child or someone they believe is a child. It's a serious offense with severe legal consequences.
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This law in Minnesota makes it a felony for anyone * or older to use electronic means to solicit or communicate sexual content to a child or someone they believe is a child. It's a serious offense with severe legal consequences.
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Subd. 2b.Jurisdiction. A person may be convicted of an offense under subdivision 2a if the transmission that constitutes the offense either originates within this state or is received within this state.
Subd. *.Defenses. (a) Mistake as to age is not a defense to a prosecution under this section.
(b) The fact that an undercover operative or law enforcement officer was involved in the detection or investigation of an offense under this section does not constitute a defense to a prosecution under this section.
Subd. *.Penalty. A person convicted under subdivision * or 2a is guilty of a felony and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than five years, or to payment of a fine of not more than $*,*, or both.
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This Minnesota statute highlights the serious legal ramifications for soliciting a child for sexual conduct, emphasizing that electronic transmission involved in such an offense can lead to conviction if it either originates or is received in Minnesota. Mistake as to age or involvement of law enforcement isn't a defense, and penalties include up to five years imprisonment or a $*,* fine.
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This Minnesota statute highlights the serious legal ramifications for soliciting a child for sexual conduct, emphasizing that electronic transmission involved in such an offense can lead to conviction if it either originates or is received in Minnesota. Mistake as to age or involvement of law enforcement isn't a defense, and penalties include up to five years imprisonment or a $*,* fine.
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So from the last * things i sent can you summarize what it means? Like what exactly needs to happen?
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Here's a summary of the Minnesota statute:
- The law makes it a felony for anyone * or older to solicit a child (* or younger) for sexual conduct, using any means, including electronic.
- Electronic solicitation involves using the Internet or electronic devices to communicate or distribute sexual content to a child.
- Mistake as to age or involvement of law enforcement is not a defense.
- Penalties include up to five years imprisonment or a $*,* fine.
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Here's a summary of the Minnesota statute:
- The law makes it a felony for anyone * or older to solicit a child (* or younger) for sexual conduct, using any means, including electronic.
- Electronic solicitation involves using the Internet or electronic devices to communicate or distribute sexual content to a child.
- Mistake as to age or involvement of law enforcement is not a defense.
- Penalties include up to five years imprisonment or a $*,* fine.
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What are the statue of limitations of it?
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In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for most felonies, including solicitation of children for sexual conduct, is generally three years. However, specific circumstances or case details can affect this period. It's advisable to consult with a local lawyer for precise guidance.
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for most felonies, including solicitation of children for sexual conduct, is generally three years. However, specific circumstances or case details can affect this period. It's advisable to consult with a local lawyer for precise guidance.
So what has to happen for this law to apply?
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For this Minnesota law to apply, the following must occur:
- An individual aged * or older solicits a child aged * or younger, or someone they reasonably believe is a child, for sexual conduct.
- The solicitation can occur through any means, including electronic devices.
- The action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct.
- Mistake as to the child's age is not a valid defense.
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For this Minnesota law to apply, the following must occur:
- An individual aged * or older solicits a child aged * or younger, or someone they reasonably believe is a child, for sexual conduct.
- The solicitation can occur through any means, including electronic devices.
- The action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct.
- Mistake as to the child's age is not a valid defense.
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What do you mean by "The action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct."
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"The action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct" means that the person soliciting must have a deliberate purpose or plan to involve the child in sexual activities. It's about the mindset and intent behind the actions, not just the actions themselves. If you have further questions or need more details, feel free to ask!
"The action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct" means that the person soliciting must have a deliberate purpose or plan to involve the child in sexual activities. It's about the mindset and intent behind the actions, not just the actions themselves. If you have further questions or need more details, feel free to ask!
Can you give an example?
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As for your question, an example of "the action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct" could be an adult sending messages to a minor online, trying to arrange a meeting with the purpose of engaging in sexual activities.
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As for your question, an example of "the action must have the intent to engage in sexual conduct" could be an adult sending messages to a minor online, trying to arrange a meeting with the purpose of engaging in sexual activities.
So basically its trying to meet up for sexual activities and sending explicit images?
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Yes, that's correct. The law targets attempts by adults to meet up with minors for sexual activities or send them explicit images. This is considered a serious offense under Minnesota law.
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Yes, that's correct. The law targets attempts by adults to meet up with minors for sexual activities or send them explicit images. This is considered a serious offense under Minnesota law.
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But what about this part "(*) soliciting a child or someone the person reasonably believes is a child to engage in sexual conduct;
(*) engaging in communication with a child or someone the person reasonably believes is a child, relating to or describing sexual conduct"
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This part of the Minnesota law criminalizes two actions:
- Soliciting a child or someone believed to be a child to engage in sexual conduct.
- Engaging in communication with a child or someone believed to be a child, discussing or describing sexual conduct.
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This part of the Minnesota law criminalizes two actions:
- Soliciting a child or someone believed to be a child to engage in sexual conduct.
- Engaging in communication with a child or someone believed to be a child, discussing or describing sexual conduct.
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What dose that mean?
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The statute means that it's illegal for someone * or older to:
- Try to persuade a child under * (or someone they think is a child) to engage in sexual activities.
- Communicate with a child about sexual topics, even if the child isn't actually involved in the act.
Both actions are serious offenses with legal consequences in Minnesota.
The statute means that it's illegal for someone * or older to:
- Try to persuade a child under * (or someone they think is a child) to engage in sexual activities.
- Communicate with a child about sexual topics, even if the child isn't actually involved in the act.
Both actions are serious offenses with legal consequences in Minnesota.
And "sexual conduct" what dose that mean?
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"Sexual conduct" in this context refers to any sexual contact involving the individual's primary genital area, sexual penetration, or sexual performance. These definitions are intended to cover a wide range of sexual activities that the law seeks to regulate and penalize when involving children.
"Sexual conduct" in this context refers to any sexual contact involving the individual's primary genital area, sexual penetration, or sexual performance. These definitions are intended to cover a wide range of sexual activities that the law seeks to regulate and penalize when involving children.
Where do you find statue of limitations for laws in MN
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In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for laws, including criminal offenses, can typically be found in the Minnesota Statutes, specifically within sections that deal with criminal procedure. For precise legal advice, consulting local legal resources or an attorney is recommended.
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for laws, including criminal offenses, can typically be found in the Minnesota Statutes, specifically within sections that deal with criminal procedure. For precise legal advice, consulting local legal resources or an attorney is recommended.
So what are the statue of limitations for that law?
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In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for felony offenses like solicitation of children for sexual conduct is generally three years. However, certain factors can influence this period, so it's best to consult a legal expert for accurate guidance.
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for felony offenses like solicitation of children for sexual conduct is generally three years. However, certain factors can influence this period, so it's best to consult a legal expert for accurate guidance.
So for the law what are the punishments?
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For the solicitation of children to engage in sexual conduct in Minnesota, the penalties include:
- Conviction as a felony.
- Up to five years of imprisonment.
- A fine of up to $*,*, or both.
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For the solicitation of children to engage in sexual conduct in Minnesota, the penalties include:
- Conviction as a felony.
- Up to five years of imprisonment.
- A fine of up to $*,*, or both.
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Will you be a sex offender?
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In Minnesota, being convicted of solicitation of children to engage in sexual conduct can lead to being registered as a sex offender. This is a serious matter with long-term consequences affecting various aspects of life.
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In Minnesota, being convicted of solicitation of children to engage in sexual conduct can lead to being registered as a sex offender. This is a serious matter with long-term consequences affecting various aspects of life.
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You said can lead to what do you mean by that what are the expectations?
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Being "registered as a sex offender" can lead to several expectations, including:
- Mandatory registration with local authorities.
- Restrictions on where you can live or work.
- Public disclosure of your offender status.
- Regular check-ins with law enforcement.
- Limited access to certain jobs or licenses.
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Being "registered as a sex offender" can lead to several expectations, including:
- Mandatory registration with local authorities.
- Restrictions on where you can live or work.
- Public disclosure of your offender status.
- Regular check-ins with law enforcement.
- Limited access to certain jobs or licenses.
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