Pornography : Protecting our Kids

1. Pornography :Protecting our Kids Cyberspace Safety for Teens Workshop

2. James A. KaraseSt. Louis County Police Forensic Examiner • Conduct examinations on all electronics (Computers, Cell Phones, GPS, USB) • 2010 I examined 207 items of evidence • Crimes ranging from Fraud, Found Property, Child Abuse, Poss. Of Child Pornography, and Homicide. • Over 30 Cases of Crimes Against Children: Specifically Alissa Meyer

3. Every Parents Worst Fear.

4. Children are more likely to be victims of: • Sexting • Exposure to Pornography • Enticement • Cyberbulling

5. The internet is everywhereand we cannot hide our kids from it!

6. The internet is everywhereand we cannot hide our kids from it!

7. The Internet will be Everywhere Internet Cafés Schools Libraries Friends House

8. The internet • Technology has expanded the means to communicate exponentially. • The internet brings the entire world to your doorstep- all of the good information as well as the malicious. • The pornographers were brought out of the shadows with the internet and provided world wide access.

9. Child Pornography • Most victims are known to victim as family members, friends or acquaintances. • Most Child Pornographers collect photos….It will be an obsession • Once the photo is on the internet and traded the victim is victimized again and again. • Very few Pedophiles attack unknown children they attack those they know who trust them.

10. Case Example • Step Father using old cell phones to record 14 year old daughter taking a shower. • Unknown how long the step father was recording her. • Step Father was also in Possession of Child Pornography.

11. One example of a common Teenager’s Cell Phone. There are so many means for kids to communicate in the age of the internet.

12. Sexting What is it? • The act of sending sexually explicit messages or photographs between mobile phones. • 1 in 5 teens (Ages 13-19) reported having sent a suggestive image or message. • Can lead to Cyberbulling.

13. One Common Example

14. The real danger is in what you don’t see!!!!

15. What do you see in this picture

16. Here is what the bad guy sees! GPS embedded data

17. All electronic Data contains hidden Data called metadata Pictures Documents Pdf Text Messages E-Mails

18. Issues with Sexting • The victim is also a suspect • Under the law the victim, if under 17, has created Child Pornography and then distributed the Child Pornography. • Both are Felonies punishable with up to 5 year sentences each • Our children need to be made aware of the technology but also the issues and dangers that come with it.

19. Chat Case • 15 YOA girl is approached by a friends family member who is in his 30’s • The two begin to talk and text for a several days. • The texting turns graphic and she contacts the Police • Undercover officer chats with suspect for 5 days and arranges to meet at a fast food restaurant • Suspect is arrested and charged

20. Tips to protect Kids • Pornography • Place computer in an open and public area. • Know what the device you purchase can do? (IPod, Xbox, TV, etc) • Set Clear boundries and inform them of dangers on the internet • Make random checks and review Internet History • Know where your kids are going and who they are with. (Lock-ins, sleepovers, etc.) • Sexting/Chating • Never take explicit images or send explicit messages. • Protect your personal information from others, you never truly know who is on the other end of the device. • Let them know what is wrong and always report the incident even if they just overhear of it. • Be aware of social identities and review them

21. In Summary…What to tell your kids. • Any picture you send to someone else an no longer be controlled. • Have a clear set of guidelines regarding Cell Phone, Computer, and Internet use. Teach your children to use technology responsibly. • Discuss the issues and consequences • Be aware of what your kids access and use. Check there social media sites, review their internet history and check their cell phone. Be involved. • Encourage your kids to talk to you. • Report any issue. Most cases can be stop or minimized by timely reporting.

22. Thanks Detective Karase, 3472 (314) 615-8661 Jkarase@Stlouisco.com