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Originally Posted by Probono
The definition of obscentity is indeed in the eyes of the reader. Under US law it is the eyes of a jury.
Each of us will draw a different line in the sand as to what we believe is obscene, the law in the US is at that same level, pornography is legal unless it is obscene. All of us in this industry would sleep better at night knowing whether we are safe or over the line; if only we knew what that line was.
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The definition is always elusive and often unknown until a verdict day
It's much the same in countries other than the US.
One classic case was the prosecutor who asked the jury "Would you allow your manservant to read this book?"
(Penguin Books re Lady Chatterley's Lover)
Regardless, it's not easy presenting a defence for pedo/incest shit and tho, least as far as is known, may be "just words" - they can be the killer in any defense. Tell a jury about finger-fucking babies and the judge will order some sick bags to let them throw up.