Online Chat Legal Concerns

Ask Your Question For Free

Summary

Engaging in online conversations with minors can have legal consequences under Pennsylvania law, especially if the conversation is inappropriate. However, if no inappropriate contact occurred, there may not be a legal issue. Always avoid conversations with minors that could be misinterpreted.

Full Conversation

I was curious to see how they work however I am a straight person and I asked to talk to a young person. A boy got when he was 13 years old. I immediately hung up no contact at all. Just wanna know if that’s a problem.
It's essential to note that engaging in inappropriate conversations with a minor can be legally consequential, even online. However, if you did not say or do anything inappropriate, there might not be a legal issue. To provide more precise information, could you please tell me your location?
Plymouth meeting Pennsylvania. I had absolutely no contact. I immediately hung up that was it never went back onto that site. Never will go back on that site.
Based on your situation:
- Pennsylvania law prohibits sexual exploitation of minors, including online.
- However, if you did not engage in inappropriate talks, there should not be a legal issue.
- Always avoid conversations with minors online that could be interpreted as inappropriate.
Thank you for your information. I appreciate your help and you’ll never hear that question again thank you again.
You're welcome! I'm glad I could provide you with the information you need. If you have any other legal questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Stay safe!