8.174 Sexual Abuse of Minor (18 U.S.C. Sec. 2243(a)) is a federal law that prohibits any person from engaging in a sexual act with a minor under the age of 18. This law applies to any individual who is over the age of 18 and is in a position of trust or authority over the minor, or who is in a familial relationship with the minor. This includes people like teachers, coaches, and guardians. The law applies to any kind of sexual contact, including both touching and non-touching, as well as any kind of sexual exploitation or pornography involving the minor. The different types of 8.174 Sexual Abuse of Minor (18 U.S.C. Sec. 2243(a)) include sexual contact, exploitation, and pornography.