Judge Dismisses NCOSE-Backed Lawsuits Against Adult Sites Over Kansas Age Verification Law

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A federal judge has dismissed two lawsuits filed against adult websites over alleged violations of Kansas’ age verification (AV) law, citing lack of jurisdiction.

The lawsuits were brought by the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) on behalf of a minor and a parent, claiming that adult content was accessed without proper age verification.

The dismissed cases targeted Titan Websites, operator of HentaiCity.com, and ICF Technology, operator of Jerkmate.com.

U.S. District Judge Holly Teeter ruled that the court did not have personal jurisdiction, noting that the websites did not intentionally target users in Kansas. Instead, their accessibility in the state was a byproduct of operating globally available platforms.

In her ruling, Teeter emphasized that the websites’ connection to Kansas users was incidental rather than the result of deliberate, location-specific activity.

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) described the decision as a meaningful development in the ongoing conversation around age verification laws and enforcement.

FSC Executive Director Alison Boden noted that while the ruling is not precedent-setting, it offers valuable insight for platforms navigating increasingly complex compliance requirements across different jurisdictions.

What This Means for Creators and Platforms

For creators and platforms alike, this case highlights a growing reality: regulatory pressure is increasing, but enforcement remains complex — especially across state lines.

As traffic, audiences, and platforms operate globally, questions around jurisdiction, compliance, and responsibility continue to evolve. This creates both challenges and opportunities for those building within the creator economy.

While legal outcomes may vary, one thing remains clear — understanding where your audience comes from and how your content is distributed is more important than ever.

At Clicks4Creators, we recognize that growth today isn’t just about visibility — it’s about smart, targeted reach in an increasingly regulated digital landscape.

Ongoing Cases

The plaintiffs may still appeal the dismissed cases, and additional NCOSE-backed lawsuits remain active.

One case involving Multi Media LLC (operator of Chaturbate.com) has been moved to arbitration, while another against Techpump Solutions (operator of SuperPorn.com) is still awaiting a ruling on jurisdiction.