Soliciting a child or minor for unlawful sex is defined as using an online service, Internet service, or electronic device to seduce, lure, solicit, or entice a minor, or person believed to be a minor, to engage in the unlawful sexual behavior. ... If you've been charged with solicitation of a minor, call us immediately.

What does it mean to solicit a minor?

In most jurisdictions, solicitation of a minor is a criminal offense where a person engages in a conversation with a minor, and during that conversation, solicits or asks the minor to meet up to partake in a sexual act. The crime is sometimes referred to as “meeting with a minor for lewd purposes.”

What is the sentence for solicitation of a minor?

Internet solicitation of a child in California covers two types of offenses: Under California Penal Code Section 272, it is unlawful to lure or attempt to lure a minor under the age of 14. Conviction can result in fines, up to one year in jail, and up to five years of probation.