Tallahassee Man Sentenced for Attempted Child Exploitation Crimes

• •Chandler Brittain Smith sentenced to four years for attempted child exploitation.
• •Undercover operation revealed Smith's attempts to entice a minor online.
• •Smith must register as a sexual offender after serving his sentence.

Chandler Brittain Smith, 27, was sentenced to four years in federal prison for attempted enticement of a minor and attempted transfer of obscene material. The case stemmed from an undercover operation in November 2025, where Smith sent sexually explicit messages and an obscene photo to an undercover officer posing as a minor. He was arrested when he arrived at a predetermined meeting location. This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat child exploitation online, with law enforcement agencies collaborating to identify and apprehend predators. Smith must also register as a sexual offender after his release. The operation was part of Project Safe Childhood, aimed at addressing child sexual exploitation.