Soliciting Child for Sexual Conduct Using a Device – in these cases, officers use elaborate undercover sting operations by posing as a child online. Many of these cases start with ads on Craigslist or discussions in chat rooms. Charges can include:
Child Pornography - Most of these cases involve thousands of images uploaded on the internet. The penalties can result in lengthy prison sentences even for individuals with no prior criminal record.
Soliciting a Child For Unlawful Sexual Conduct Using any devices like cell phones, computer, etc. § 847.0135(3)(a), Florida Statute.
Soliciting Legal Guardian, Parent, or Custodian of a Child For Unlawful Sexual Conduct Using any device § 847.0135(3)(b), Florida Statute.
Traveling to Meet a Minor Child – Also often involves an undercover sting operation that begins with detective's posing as a minor or a parent who is willing to arrange a meeting for some illegal purpose including:
- Traveling to Meet a Minor § 847.0135(4)(a), Florida Statute.
- Traveling to Meet a Minor Facilitated by Parent, Legal Guardian, or Custodian § 847.0135(4)(b).