Washington Code 9.68A.103 – Permitting commercial sexual abuse of a minor — Penalty — Consent of minor does not constitute defense
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(1) A person is guilty of permitting commercial sexual abuse of a minor if, having possession or control of premises which he or she knows are being used for the purpose of commercial sexual abuse of a minor, he or she fails without lawful excuse to make reasonable effort to halt or abate such use and to make a reasonable effort to notify law enforcement of such use.
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| gross misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 9.68A.103
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
(2) Permitting commercial sexual abuse of a minor is a gross misdemeanor.
(3) Consent of a minor to the sexually explicit act or sexual conduct does not constitute a defense to any offense listed in this section.
NOTES:
Effective date—2013 c 302: See note following RCW 9.68A.090.