Barbie Dolls Equipped with Camera
If you are doing your holiday shopping, you should be aware of a warning released by the FBI about a dangerous toy out in stores this holiday season. http://www.kirotv.com/download/2010/1203/26002868.pdf. The same has been seen in recent warrants by prosecutors.
The doll looks like a regular Barbie but with one distinct difference, it comes conveniently equipped with a video camera built into her chest. The FBI is concerned that this toy will be used to sexually exploit children.
The doll has the ability to capture 30 minutes of video footage which can be downloaded onto a computer. The user can also stream video live onto a computer.
Barbie Doll Camera can lead to the Sexual Exploitation of Children
In Washington, the sexual exploitation of children is governed by RCW 9.68a . These laws have been amended recently HB 2424 – 2009-10. Chronic offenders that are charged under child porn laws in Washington are now subject to much harsher sentences Chapter 9.68a RCW: Sexual exploitation of children (formerly child pornography)
Child pornography over the internet is said to be one of the fastest growing crimes in the U.S. It is estimated that there are 5 million daily pornographic images circulated via the internet alone. This can involve possessing, downloading, distribution or sale of child pornography.
If you are being investigated or charged with sexual exploitation of children or any of the crimes below it is crucial that you speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Our office offers free consultations including case analysis, discussing your options and the proactive steps you can take to help your case. To schedule a consultation, call (206) 382-9200, 24/7.
- RCW 9.68A.040 Sexual exploitation of a minor — Elements of crime — Penalty.
- RCW 9.68A.050 Dealing in depictions of minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct.
- RCW 9.68A.060 Sending, bringing into state depictions of minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct.
- RCW 9.68A.070 Possession of depictions of minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct.
- RCW 9.68A.075 Viewing depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct.
- RCW 9.68A.080 Reporting of depictions of minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct — Civil immunity.
- RCW 9.68A.090 Communication with minor for immoral purposes–Penalties.
- RCW 9.68A.100 Commercial sexual abuse of a minor — Penalties.
- RCW 9.68A.101 Promoting commercial sexual abuse of a minor — Penalty.
- RCW 9.68A.102 Promoting travel for commercial sexual abuse of a minor — Penalty.
- RCW 9.68A.103 Permitting commercial sexual abuse of a minor — Penalty.
- RCW 9.68A.150 Allowing minor on premises of live erotic performance–Definitions–Penalty.