West Virginia · West Virginia Code — Chapter 61, Crimes and Their Punishment

W. Va. Code (Crimes) § 61-8A-4: Use of obscene matter with intent to seduce minor

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

An adult who distributes obscene material to a minor at least four years younger with intent to facilitate sexual seduction or abuse commits a felony, punishable by up to five years imprisonment or $25,000 fine; repeat offenses carry up to ten years imprisonment or $50,000 fine.

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