Outrage over images of apparently underage girls online

A photo of an apparently underage girl going viral sparks a debate about age, consent and responsibility. Where does freedom of speech end?

English · Original discussion in Spanish · Published

How safe is it to sensual images of apparent minors?

When does an image stop being ambiguous and become a legal risk? That is the question underlying the viral spread of a photograph in which the subject's age is indeterminate, but which has prompted all kinds of sensual charged comments.

The discussion about that photo reveals two camps: those who sensual without hesitation, and those who demand age verification before making any comment. The most cautious mention the need for an ID, written consent and even the presence of the parents. Others, meanwhile, trivialize the situation with remarks about her physical appearance or the supposed extinction of redheads.

Spanish law is clear: any sensual interaction with a minor under 18 is a crime. Sharing images of apparent minors with sensual connotations can lead to incivil liability. The debate reflects the tension between freedom of expression and child protection.

The issue is not trivial: in the absence of verification, caution should prevail. But the thread shows that not everyone sees it that way. The question remains open.

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