Looking to watch porn in Louisiana? Expect to hand over your ID

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Louisiana’s new law, which went into effect Jan. 1, will protect minors from viewing pornography. However, experts argue that the law could come with serious privacy risks. Lionel Bonaventure/AFP via Getty Images

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On websites showcasing adult-only content, verifying your age by typing your birthdate and clicking “Go” is deemed a simple process. But in Louisiana, that’s no longer the case.

As of Jan. 1, 2023, people in Louisiana will need to present proof of their age, such as a

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