Can you press charges for someone posting a sex tape of you online?
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Can you press charges for someone posting a sex tape of you online?
My roommate found out yesterday that her exboyfriend posted a sex tape of them online without her consent. The tape was up for 3 days before he took it down. The tape was made a few years ago, they were both 18, and she did consent to being videotaped. He is denying everything and swears he deleted the tape. She is afraid it’s posted elsewhere or that he’ll post it again. Are there any charges for him posting it without her consent?
Asked on August 27, 2012 under Uncategorized, Colorado
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If she consents to the videotaping, the issue will be whether she consented to publishing the video. If she did not consent to publication, the ex will have an issue with many state internet laws, harassment laws and of course invasion of privacy. Many of these can be criminal actions (think of the college student who secretly videotaped his college roommate). Your friend should consult an attorney immediately. The decision to call the police will become evident aftee that meeting.
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