Tennessee's Blocked Porn Website Age Verification Law

SOURCE apnews.com
Tennessee's law requiring age verification on porn websites was largely blocked by a court, citing concerns about free speech rights and effectiveness in preventing children from accessing harmful material. Similar laws in other states are facing legal challenges and debates over their constitutionality.

Key Points

  • Tennessee law requiring age verification on porn websites largely blocked by court
  • Similar laws in other states facing legal challenges and debates
  • Issues around free speech rights and effectiveness in preventing access to harmful material

Pros

  • Attempt to protect minors from accessing harmful material
  • Promotes online safety and privacy

Cons

  • Potential infringement on free speech rights
  • Concerns about effectiveness in preventing minors from accessing explicit content