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137 pedophiles off the streets is a win even if it's a small percentage of the user base. It's a grey area but I can't think of a better answer.
I don't think it is.
If they were actively harming, or trying to harm children, then I think even single digit capture rate is probably worth holding the site. Especially if it's a cheaper method than more traditional stings, taxpayer dollars and all that. civil forfeiture for the public good.
But active is the operative word; media content shouldn't be equated to abuse of minors. Obviously the creators of the content should be held to task. But we don't jail people for watching videos of torture, murder, larceny, rape or really any other crime. Why is this one special such that the very image of it cannot be seen without severe punishment?