### Question
How is the "exploited child" defined?


### Answer
The term **exploited child** is defined in *26 U.S.C. § 6103* as follows -

> a minor with respect to whom there is reason to believe that a specified offense against a minor (as defined by section 111(7) of the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (42 U.S.C. 16911(7))) has or is occurring

#### Citation:
  - *26 U.S.C. § 6103*
  - Heading: **Subtitle F-Procedure and Administration > CHAPTER 61-INFORMATION AND RETURNS > Subchapter B-Miscellaneous Provisions**

