What you need to know about
SEXTING
Sexting refers to the distribution of nude/sexually explicit pictures and messages via text and picture messages.
Follow this Tips to Prevent Sexting:
Think about who will see it!
Never take images of yourself that you wouldn’t want everyone to see.
Think before hitting SEND!
Remember – once you post it, send it, or text it – you cannot take it back. You have no control over where the image goes on the internet or among your friends. You cannot pull it back and shred it once the SEND button is activated.
Think about the consequences!
If you are convicted of a felony you lose your right to vote and own firearms. Your decision may deny you employment or higher education. This choice will follow you the rest of your life.
Report!
Young people need to know that they can approach a trusted adult for help, should they fall victim to exploitation without fear of reprimand.
Sextortion
The FBI has seen a huge increase in the number of cases involving children and teens being threatened and coerced into sending explicit images online—a crime called sextortion.
Sextortion: The Numbers
In 2023, the CyberTipline received over 186,000 reports regarding online enticement – a more than 300% increase from just 2021.
Online enticement is a form of exploitation involving an individual who communicates online with someone believed to be a child with the intent to commit a sexual offense or abduction.
