A depraved world: FBI agents wage a stressful battle against child pornography

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55. A strong rebuttal could be written. Providing sources requires effort & time, I decided against it.

Comment directed to lunatica by booley:

"Anyway, I am sure the point where (you) show that what the guy says is factually wrong will be coming up any minute now. You know, the part where (you) show mindpilot is wrong and don't just engage in an ad hominem attack."

However, here's a simple start.

POST 28. ...Just an example how deep this stupidity goes, it is now a law in California that any IT worker can be held criminally liable for child porn on any system they touch even if they did not know it was there.

http://www.ncsl.org/issues-research/telecom/child-pornography-reporting-requirements.aspx

Child Pornography Reporting Requirements for Computer Technicians and Information Technology Workers
As of October 19, 2012

At least nine states--Arkansas, California, Illinois, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, and South Dakota--have enacted laws requiring computer technicians or information technology workers to report child pornography if they encounter it in the scope of their work. The laws don't require technicians or service providers to search for the illegal material, only to report it if they find it. Similar laws apply to film developers who encounter child pornography on the job. Michigan law provides confidentiality and immunity from civil liability for computer technicians who report child pornography encountered in the scope of their work. (See statutory excerpts below.)

Critics charge that this type of law unfairly transfers law enforcement duties to individuals who may not be qualified to handle evidence or determine what constitutes child pornography. Supporters say reporting mandates for photo labs have proven effective, and that similar laws for IT workers will help combat child pornography on the Internet.

PLEASE NOTE: The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) serves state legislators and their staff. This site provides comparative information only and should not be construed as legal advice. NCSL cannot provide assistance with individual cases.

State Statutes (Excerpts) at link.