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Colorado Child Pornography Laws<\/h1>\n
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Colorado law prohibits child pornography<\/a> under a broad statute covering the sexual exploitation of a child. As in most states, Colorado punishes the creation or sale of child pornography more harshly than the possession of it. Still, charges for possession of child pornography carry severe penalties.<\/p>\r\n

Here, we’ll explain Colorado’s child porn laws. We’ll also discuss the penalties for these charges. If you’re facing child pornography charges, it’s best to seek advice from an experienced criminal defense lawyer<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

What Constitutes Child Pornography in Colorado?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Under Colorado law, it’s illegal to engage a minor (under 18) in sexually explicit activity. Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS) Section 18-6-403<\/b><\/a> <\/b>specifically bans the following conduct when the defendant performs it for sexual excitement or sexual gratification:<\/p>\r\n