CRIME/PUNISHMENT: Provides that certain crimes relative to child sexual abuse materials do not apply to persons under 17 under certain circumstances. (8/1/26)

Added specific language defining 'indecent visual depiction' to align with existing sexting statutes.

Extended the age-based exemption from child sexual abuse material charges to include receiving or possessing images of oneself sent by others.

Added new exceptions where the exemption does not apply, specifically when the minor commits the act with intent to obtain value, secure a privilege, or harass/cause emotional distress.

Modified the application of child sexual abuse material laws for persons under 17, shifting them to 'sexting' provisions unless the offense involved intent to obtain value, secure a privilege, or harass another person.

Added an effective date of August 1, 2026, for the new provisions.

Added a legislative digest to summarize the bill's purpose and changes to existing law.

Removed the 'Digest' section and legislative notes that explained the bill's purpose and history, as these are not part of the final law.

Updated the document header from 'REENGROSSED' to 'ENROLLED' and adjusted page numbering to reflect the final version.

Deleted the list of specific amendments adopted by the Senate and House, as the final enrolled bill incorporates all changes without listing them separately.

Added a specific definition for 'indecent visual depiction' to align with existing child sexual abuse material statutes.

Modified the conditions under which minors under 17 are prosecuted, specifying that sexting laws apply if they transmit their own image or possess images of themselves, unless done for malicious gain or harassment.

Removed the previous exception for cases where the age difference between the offender and the child was four years or less.

Added explicit criteria listing the specific acts (transmitting self-image or possessing self-image) that trigger the application of the sexting statute.