We Have Discussed Sextiorton Before – But Here Is How To Deal With The Photos After They Are Posted
Here Are Our Introductions To Sextortion:
- Introduction To Sextortion Scams
- Surviving Sextortion / Sexual Photo Blackmail
- Avoid Teen Sextortion [VIDEO]
- What Is Sextortion? Official FBI Video
How, What Happens If They Do Post Your Photos?
In our Surviving Sextortion we offer a strategy to deal with this, however, since this is “Revenge Porn” there are other ways too.
What To Do if You’re the Target of Revenge Porn!
Did a criminal or someone else share an intimate image of you without your permission? Or was a nude picture taken without your consent, or maybe an image you shared with someone was shared further than you’d intended?
If so, you’re not alone. Many people are affected by so-called revenge porn or non-consensual pornography. If that’s happened to you or someone you know, here’s information to help you decide what to do.
Is The Victim Under 18?
Is it illegal for someone to share my intimate images without my consent if I’m under the age of 18? Yes. Under the criminal code section 163, if you are under the age of 18, it’s considered child pornography.
Steps To Take If You’re the Target of Revenge Porn
Follow the steps in the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative’s Online Removal Guide. To get your image taken down, you’ll need to report it to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Reddit, Tumblr, Google, Yahoo, Bing, or any other platform it’s on. Before you do, read the guide to find out what to expect and how to document the post, as well as how to report it.
Find out if there’s a law about revenge porn where you live. There are laws against revenge porn in 46 states plus the District of Columbia, plus in many other countries. Check to see if there’s one where you live, and then decide whether you want to talk with local law enforcement. If you do, be sure to tell law enforcement if your situation might involve online financial fraud, domestic violence, cyberstalking, or child pornography.
Consider talking with an attorney. There are laws that might be able to help you get your images taken down. One of the more powerful ones is copyright – if you own the photos, you can have them removed by claiming copyright infringement.
Know what you’re getting if you hire a takedown service. Unfortunately, there are services that take advantage of victims for a few – they may be real businesses – make sure you verify. Find out what they promise to do to take your image down, and whether you can do that yourself for free. Find out how much they’ll charge, and whether it’s a one-time fee or a recurring charge — and for how long you’ll need to pay.
Call this hotline. If you have experienced non-consensual pornography, need help or advice, and live in the U.S., call the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative’s crisis hotline: 844-878-CCRI (2274).
In Canada
Can I be prosecuted for distributing someone’s private images even if they are over the age of 18? Yes. If you or someone you know has or is thinking about distributing someone’s private images without their consent, it’s considered a publication, etc., of an intimate image without consent under section 162 and you can be prosecuted for it. Source: http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-46/section-162.1.html
If you or someone you know has been affected by Online Violence or your private images were distributed or shared without your consent, understand that it is a crime!
Can I report someone pretending to be me or someone who creates fake accounts of me by using my private photos? Yes. Under the Criminal code of Canada section 403, it’s considered identity fraud, and those who commit this offense can be prosecuted. If you found fake accounts or know there are profiles pretending to be you, understand that it is a crime and you do have the option of reporting it.
How do I report it to the police? You can contact your local police station, or the RCMP at their non-emergency phone lines and make a report of the intimate image distribution. It will be helpful as you move forward with a report, to document what happened and collect any evidence. Take screenshots of posts, messages, texts and other conversations of harassment, threats, and images.
If you or the survivor is under 18 you can make also report here: https://www.cybertip.ca/app/en/report-types.
In The UK
Have you had your intimate images shared online without your consent? You are not alone and there is a dedicated nonprofit organization there to help
If You Are Being Impersonated & Your Photos Stolen
Please contact us, SCARS can help you develop effective strategies to combat this abuse of your identity!
Please contact us by email to impersonation@AgainstScams.org
One of our specialized team members will follow up and help you to address this problem of your stolen photos being used by criminals to defraud others.
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