Cartoon Character Legal Concerns

Summary

In Texas, laws prohibit obscene materials involving minors, including fictional characters. Arizona laws also focus on depictions of minors, even if characters are aged up. Legal interpretations vary, so consulting a local attorney is advisable for specific concerns.

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So even if in their original source material it would have been illegal, so long as in the artwork they have been aged up it is legal?
In Arizona, the laws regarding obscene materials often focus on the depiction of minors, even if they are fictional or animated. Here's a general guideline:
- If a character is depicted as a minor in a sexual context, it can be considered illegal, even if the character is fictional.
- "Aging up" a character might not necessarily make it legal if the depiction still suggests the character is underage.
It's important to be cautious with such material due to varying interpretations of the law. If you have a specific concern, consulting a legal professional in Arizona is a good step.