HB1054

Publication of child sexual exploitation; authorize civil liability for.

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Mississippi HB1054 authorizes civil liability for commercial entities distributing child sexual exploitation material online.

Mississippi HB1054 provides definitions for civil remedies against those who distribute child exploitation materials. It holds commercial entities liable for damages, court costs, and attorney fees if they knowingly and intentionally publish or distribute obscene material or content depicting child sexual exploitation on the Internet. The act allows individuals to seek nominal damages, actual damages, punitive damages, court costs, and reasonable attorney fees.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Judiciary A