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Minor Sexting Diversion Laws by State

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

Whether the state offers a diversion program for minors charged with sexting offenses and whether convictions are exempt from sex-offender registration.

50 States2 data columnsLast updated: May 2026

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Diversion AvailableRegistry ExemptClassification
YesYesMisdemeanor
NoNoFelony
YesYesPetty offense
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesCivil infraction
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesClass A misd.
YesYesCivil/misdemeanor
NoNoFelony
YesYesPetty misd.
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesAdjudication only
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesMisdemeanor
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesStatus offense
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesCivil violation
NoNoFelony
YesYesDiversion only
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesMisdemeanor
NoNoFelony
NoNoFelony
YesYesCivil/petty
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesEducation program
YesYesPetty misd.
YesYesEducation program
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesUnruly child
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesClass C misd.
YesYesSummary offense
YesYesStatus offense
NoNoFelony
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesUnruly child
YesYesClass C misd.
YesYesInfraction
YesYesDiversion
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesStatus offense
NoNoFelony possible
YesYesMisdemeanor
YesYesDiversion

Federal child pornography statutes (18 USC §2251, §2252) technically apply to minors who produce or distribute self-images, though federal prosecution of teens is rare. The PROTECT Our Children Act and state-level reforms have reduced felony exposure for consensual peer-to-peer sexting between minors of similar age.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.