MS HB195

Creates crime of lewd or lascivious exhibition by prohibiting intentional masturbation, exposure of genitals, or sexual acts in presence of persons under 16 years of age.

Extends lewd or lascivious exhibition offense to live transmissions over computer online services, Internet, or bulletin board services when person knows or should know a minor under 16 is viewing.

Adults 18 and older convicted of lewd or lascivious exhibition face up to 3 years incarceration and fines up to $5,000; juveniles under 18 are subject to youth court jurisdiction.

Adds prohibition on intentionally transmitting obscene or harmful communications to minors under 16 via electronic mail, personal messaging, or Internet communication.

Penalties for violating electronic harassment provisions range from $500 fine and 6 months jail for first offense to up to $2,000 fine and 2 years state prison for third or subsequent offense within 5 years.

Exempts breastfeeding from statute and protects telecommunications service providers and Internet service providers from liability for third-party content.

Effective July 1, 2011.