Juniper Bryson, a 21-year-old woman from Houston, Texas, has been charged with the felony of selling or purchasing a kid. The charges stem from her alleged attempts to sell her newborn baby soon after giving birth. Bryson contacted family members and advertised on social media for someone willing to adopt her child. She expressed fear about her newborn potentially testing positive for drugs, as well as her desire to keep him out of foster care. Bryson's conduct worsened when she made a public post in a Facebook community intended to linking birth mothers with families seeking to adopt. During their encounters, Bryson allegedly sought cash assistance for lunch and $150 while on their way. Another woman who was present at the hospital during Bryson's labor expressed an interest in adopting the baby. Concerns about Bryson's intentions prompted law enforcement to intervene. Investigators discovered evidence on her phone showing that she had solicited money from many people in exchange for her child. Bryson was arrested and charged with selling or purchasing a child.
What you mean, compensate? Like pay you $ for the baby? You want $$ for your baby?!!
if my baby wasn't worth $200 to them, then screw y'all
Juniper Bryson. Autographed Letter, Signed. Handwritten, Commercial #10 (4.125 × 9.5 envelope). Houston, TX. November 22, 2024. Content unknown. SEALED.
Background of the Case
Juniper Bryson, a 21-year-old woman from Houston, Texas, has been charged with the felony offense of sale or purchase of a child. This charge stems from her alleged attempts to sell her newborn son shortly after giving birth. The situation began to unfold in late September 2023 when Bryson reached out to family members and posted on social media platforms seeking someone willing to adopt her child.
Details of the Allegations
According to court documents and reports from law enforcement, Bryson expressed concerns about her newborn potentially testing positive for drugs and her desire to avoid having him placed in foster care. On September 21, she contacted a family member asking if they knew anyone interested in adopting her unborn child. This family member subsequently posted on Facebook looking for potential adoptive parents.
Bryson’s actions escalated when she publicly posted in a Facebook group dedicated to connecting birth mothers with families looking to adopt. In this post, she indicated that she was willing to travel and needed an arrangement made quickly due to her impending labor.
Communication with Potential Adopters
As the situation developed, several individuals responded to Bryson’s posts. One couple traveled from Louisiana after communicating with her about the adoption. During their interactions, Bryson allegedly requested financial assistance for food and later asked for $150 as they were en route. When they hesitated at this request, she reportedly expressed frustration by stating that if her baby wasn’t worth $200 to them, then “screw y’all.”
Another woman who was present at the hospital during Bryson’s labor had also shown interest in adopting the baby. This woman later reported Bryson’s activities to authorities after realizing that there were discussions about selling the baby rather than a traditional adoption process.
Legal Proceedings
Following these events, law enforcement became involved when concerns were raised regarding Bryson’s intentions. Investigators found evidence on her phone indicating that she had been soliciting multiple people for money in exchange for her child. As a result of these findings, Bryson was arrested and charged with sale or purchase of a child.
Initially set at $30,000, her bond was later increased to $60,000 as the case progressed through the legal system.
Conclusion
The charges against Juniper Bryson highlight serious legal implications surrounding child welfare and adoption processes. Selling or attempting to sell a child is illegal and carries significant penalties under Texas law.
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