Texas SB3003 prohibits online sales of obscene devices to minors and mandates age verification processes.

Texas SB3003 amends the Penal Code to prohibit the online sale of obscene devices to individuals under 18 years of age. Sellers must implement an age verification process, which can include government-issued identification, third-party verification services, or restricted payment methods. A violation is a Class A Misdemeanor and carries a civil penalty of up to $5,000 per violation. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB3003 prohibits online sales of obscene devices to minors and mandates age verification processes.

Texas SB3003 amends the Penal Code to prohibit the online sale of obscene devices to individuals under 18 years of age. Sellers must implement an age verification process, which can include government-issued identification, third-party verification services, or restricted payment methods. A violation is a Class A Misdemeanor and carries a civil penalty of up to $5,000 per violation. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.