Iowa HF899 criminalizes the knowing transmission of unsolicited and unwanted sexually explicit visual material by electronic means.

Iowa HF899 amends the state code to include the unlawful electronic transmission of sexually explicit visual material as a form of indecent exposure. Specifically, it makes it a serious misdemeanor for individuals aged 18 or older to knowingly send unsolicited and unwanted pictures or videos depicting genitals, pubic areas, or sex acts via electronic means. The covered genitals of a male person that are in a discernibly turgid state are also included. A serious misdemeanor under this bill is punishable by up to one year of confinement and a fine ranging from $430 to $2,560.

Iowa HF899 criminalizes the knowing transmission of unsolicited and unwanted sexually explicit visual material by electronic means.

Iowa HF899 amends the state code to include the unlawful electronic transmission of sexually explicit visual material as a form of indecent exposure. Specifically, it makes it a serious misdemeanor for individuals aged 18 or older to knowingly send unsolicited and unwanted pictures or videos depicting genitals, pubic areas, or sex acts via electronic means. The covered genitals of a male person that are in a discernibly turgid state are also included. A serious misdemeanor under this bill is punishable by up to one year of confinement and a fine ranging from $430 to $2,560.