§ 12-42. Use of library computers; obscene materials.

(a)

Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Child pornography means images containing a visual representation of a minor under 18 years of age engaging in sexually explicit conduct as defined in 18 USC 2256 or in R.S. 14:81.1.

(b)

Prohibited library computer use.

(1)

It shall be unlawful for any person knowingly to use a library computer, via the Internet or otherwise, to:

a.

Access, obtain, receive, exhibit, or display any image or visual depiction which is obscene or constitutes child pornography.

b.

Print, copy, manufacture, publish, distribute, sell, rent, produce, or reproduce any image or visual depiction, either in person or electronically, which is obscene or constitutes child pornography.

(2)

For the purposes of this section, the term "library computer" means any computer available for public use in the parish library.

(3)

For the purposes of this section, a library computer and accompanying software shall not be considered to be "a purchase, distribution, exhibition or loan by any library," with respect to any materials that a patron may personally access or acquire via the Internet.

(Code 1976, § 12:1; Ord. No. 1195, §§ I, II, 6-11-2001)