Are obscene phone calls illegal?
Are obscene phone calls illegal? Making an obscene call is a criminal sex offense just as is public display of the genitals (exhibitionism). Explicit sexual conversation with an unwilling listener is illegal-it is an act of public indecency that can result in arrest, a fine, or a jail sentence in the United States. What can I do about obscene phone calls? Things you can do If you are receiving abusive, threatening or obscene calls that are distressing to you, then you should report them to the police. TIP: For every malicious call you receive you should note down the date,...