Minor Sexting Diversion Laws by State
Whether the state offers a diversion program for minors charged with sexting offenses and whether convictions are exempt from sex-offender registration.
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| Diversion Available | Registry Exempt | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| No | No | Felony |
| Yes | Yes | Petty offense |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Civil infraction |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Class A misd. |
| Yes | Yes | Civil/misdemeanor |
| No | No | Felony |
| Yes | Yes | Petty misd. |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Adjudication only |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Status offense |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Civil violation |
| No | No | Felony |
| Yes | Yes | Diversion only |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| No | No | Felony |
| No | No | Felony |
| Yes | Yes | Civil/petty |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Education program |
| Yes | Yes | Petty misd. |
| Yes | Yes | Education program |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Unruly child |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Class C misd. |
| Yes | Yes | Summary offense |
| Yes | Yes | Status offense |
| No | No | Felony |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Unruly child |
| Yes | Yes | Class C misd. |
| Yes | Yes | Infraction |
| Yes | Yes | Diversion |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Status offense |
| No | No | Felony possible |
| Yes | Yes | Misdemeanor |
| Yes | Yes | Diversion |
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.