Prurient Interest

Prurient interest refers to material that tends to arouse an intense curiosity or desire to view sexually explicit content, often to the extent that it becomes morally or legally objectionable. It is a legal concept used to assess whether certain content is inappropriate or obscene, focusing on whether it appeals to prurient or voyeuristic interests that go beyond a mere presentation of sexual themes. The term helps differentiate between artistic or educational expression and material primarily intended to stimulate sexual excitement, often playing a role in determining legal standards for obscenity.