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Pornography Laws aims to increase awareness about the harmful impact of pornography through the use of scientific evidence, factual information and personal testimonials.

The Issue

Decades of studies from respected institutions have demonstrated significant impacts of porn consumption for individuals, relationships and society.
 

Most kids today are exposed to porn by the age 13.

Nearly half of children between the ages of 9-16 experience regular exposure to sexual content.

Porn Addiction May Encourage Mental Health Disorders

76% of people who commit sexual harassment regularly watch pornography.

Internet downloads of pornographic material account for 35% of all downloads. ​

Pornography Laws aims to educate people about the effects of pornography using research, data, and personal experiences.

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Each country has its own laws

Around the world, there are differences in local laws regarding pornography. As long as the pornography features actors over a specific age (typically her 18), the production and distribution of pornographic films are ilegal in many, but not all countries.

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India

In India, the sale and distribution of pornographic material is illegal under section 292. The distribution, sale, or distribution of obscene material and the sale of pornographic content to anyone under the age of 20 is illegal under Section 293 and IT Code-67B. Child pornography is illegal and strictly prohibited nationwide under Section 67B of the Information Technology Act 2000. In India, the manufacture, publication and distribution of pornography is illegal under Sections 292 and 293.

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United States

In the United States, pornography is not illegal at the federal level, but is subject to the Mirror Test formulated in Miller v. California in 1973. The mirror test was an attempt to distinguish between pornography and “obscenity.” It has three parts. whether “ordinary people applying modern community standards” would find the work as a whole to be sexually appealing; regardless of whether the work depicts or describes in a manner that is clearly offensive to sexual acts specifically defined under applicable state law.

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United Kingdom

In England and Wales, the main laws relating to pornographic material are the Obscene Publishing Act 1959, the Obscene Publishing Act 1964 and the Obscene Representations (Regulation) Act 1981. It was banned until 1999, when trade barriers with other European Union member states were removed, allowing relatively free movement of such goods for personal use.R18 rated videos are only available at licensed sex shops, while hardcore porn magazines are available at stores that sell newspapers and magazines.
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Country-wise pornography laws

Pornography laws vary accordingly from one country to another. It reflects the diverse cultural attitudes, legal frameworks and surroundings, and societal values. Here are some illustrative examples of how different countries approach the regulation of pornography. These are country wise pornography laws. 

United States

Pornography has existed since the origins of the United States, and has become more readily accessible in the 21st century.

United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom, pornography is regulated by a variety of laws, regulations, judicial processes, and voluntary schemes.

Germany

The legal handling of pornography in Germany is regulated by the Criminal Code (StGB), the Youth Protection Act (JuSchG), and the(JMStV).

Japan

In Japan, as in the United States, sexually explicit material, to be found illegal, must be found obscene. Production or distribution of obscene materials is illegal.

India

Section 292 of the Indian Penal Code prohibits the sale, distribution, or public exhibition of obscene material.

Australia

The laws covering child pornography are differently defined in the various Australian jurisdictions, as are the penalties.

Russia

Pornography laws in Russia prohibit the distribution, production and acquisition of the pornographic material.

Spain

Pornography has existed since the origins of the United States, and has become more readily accessible in the 21st century.

State-wise pornography laws

There are different different state wise pornography laws in United states. Here are the names of some of those states and also the fines and punishments. 

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New York

Up to 1 year in prison and/or a fine up to $1,000

Oklahoma

Up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine up to $5,000

Ohio

Up to 90 days in prison and/or a fine up to $750

Illinois

Up to 1 year in prison and/or a fine up to $2,500

Hawaii

Up to 1 year in prison and/or a fine up to $2,000

California

Up to 3 years in prison and/or a fine up to $20,000

Alaska

Up to 1 year in prison and/or a fine up to $25,000

Florida

Up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine up to $10,000

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There are different different state wise pornography laws in United states. Here are the names of some of those states and also the fines and punishments. 

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