Virginia law prohibits adults from displaying child pornography or grooming materials to children under 13, with the intent to encourage sexual acts. Such actions are classified as a Class 6 felony. The law also defines grooming materials as cartoons or images depicting sexual activities involving children.
It is illegal for anyone 18 or older to display child pornography or grooming materials to children under 13 with intent to encourage sexual activity, which is a Class 6 felony.
Grooming materials include cartoons, images, or videos depicting children engaged in sexual activities or fondling, intended to entice or solicit a child.
Violating this law is classified as a Class 6 felony, which can result in significant fines and imprisonment.
Yes, the law applies to children under 13 years of age.