SEX CRIMES LAW — CALIFORNIA
Child Pornography Laws in California — PC §311
Possession, distribution, or production of child pornography under PC §311 is a felony in California and under federal law. Both state and federal prosecutors pursue these cases aggressively. Lifetime sex offender registration is mandatory.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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Child Pornography California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §311 / 18 U.S.C. §2256
- Classification
- Felony (state and federal)
- Maximum Penalty
- 16 months–8 years state / up to 20 years federal per count
- Probation Eligible
- Limited
- Strike Offense
- Yes for production offenses
- Related Codes
- PC §311PC §288PC §29018 U.S.C. §2252
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