TCA 39-13-611
Aggravated unlawful photographing of minor
FELONY CClass C Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
It is illegal to photograph a minor when the minor has a reasonable expectation of privacy if the photograph shows the minor nude and was taken for the photographer's sexual arousal or gratification. This is a Class C felony punishable by 3-15 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass C Felony
Maximum Jail3-15 years
Maximum Fine$10,000
Penalty SummaryClass C felony; 3-15 years; fine up to $10,000
(a) A person commits the offense of aggravated unlawful photographing when the person knowingly photographs, or causes to be photographed a minor, when the minor has a reasonable expectation of privacy, if the photograph: (1) Depicts the minor in a state of nudity; and (2) Was taken for the purpose of sexual arousal or gratification of the defendant. (b) As used in this section: (1) “Nudity” has the meaning given in § 39-17-901; and (2) “Photograph” has the meaning given in § 39-13-605. (c) A violation of subsection (a) is a Class C felony. (d) Nothing in this section shall preclude the state from electing to prosecute conduct in violation of this section under any other applicable section, including chapter 17, parts 9 and 10 of this title.
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Quick Facts
FELONY C
TCA Section39-13-611
Max Jail3-15 years
Max Fine$10,000