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Step 1
Use your judgment. If you come across a website, publication or video where the participants look underage, it should serve as a warning sign. Pay special attention to clues such as pre-pubescent features or a bootleg feel to the pictures or pornography.
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Step 2
Do some research on the current U.S. child pornography laws and regulations. Visit the FBI website to find out more information on current child porn websites or investigations currently pending (see Resources below).
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Step 3
Check the website, photos or videos for indication of U.S. Code Section 2257 of Title 18, which indicates that all models must be 18 years of age. Note that many websites indicate that discrepancies of a model's age can be brought forth and identification must be given if under question.
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Step 4
Pay attention to whether the material you are suspicious about is appearing on a peer network such as YouTube. Report any suspicions of violation to the website so they can pursue further recourse.
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Step 5
Carefully distinguish between what one would consider explicit adult conduct on the one hand, and art on the other. Be aware that many artists skirt the line between what is pornographic and what isn't. Report the site, publication or video and allow legal professionals to determine the content's appropriateness.
