What to do if I have a female friend who has an ex that took pictures and video of her without her knowledge?
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What to do if I have a female friend who has an ex that took pictures and video of her without her knowledge?
She was in a relationship with him but had no idea that these things were being done and he is now trying to sell them to men in her town. Does she have any recourse? Is this both criminal and if so what laws has he violated and can she sue for invasion of privacy and emotional distress?
Asked on May 2, 2013 under Personal Injury, Washington
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
This is a civil case; not a criminal case. Your friend can sue her ex for invasion of privacy. One type of invasion of privacy is the appropriation of one's name or likeness for commercial purposes without consent. Your friend's damages (monetary compensation she is seeking in her lawsuit for invasion of privacy) would include emotional distress, loss of friends or associates, and if applicable, physical illness. Punitive damages ( a substantial amount) would be available to punish the ex for his intentional, wrongful acts.
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