I shared a nude image of someone 10 months ago, not for revenge, but to show what kind of person they are. I’m wondering what kind of charges I could face now, considering the time that’s passed. Anyone know what’s up?
In Pennsylvania, it could still lead to charges under the ‘Unlawful Dissemination of Intimate Image’ law, even after 10 months. The statute of limitations is 2 years. This is usually considered a misdemeanor, and penalties can include jail time, fines, or both.
@Jules
Wait, so even if it wasn’t for revenge, I could still face charges? Seems harsh…
Hale said:
@Jules
Wait, so even if it wasn’t for revenge, I could still face charges? Seems harsh…
Yeah, unfortunately, it’s about consent, not intention. If the image was shared without their permission, it’s a violation of their privacy, even if you didn’t mean harm.
That’s rough. Even if it wasn’t a revenge thing, it could still cause a lot of damage to the person’s reputation. It’s considered digital abuse.
LegalLila said:
That’s rough. Even if it wasn’t a revenge thing, it could still cause a lot of damage to the person’s reputation. It’s considered digital abuse.
Yeah, I didn’t realize it would have such serious consequences. Thanks for the info .
If it was your first time doing this, there’s a chance for a lighter penalty, but it still depends on how the case goes. Judges might take your intentions into account, but the law is clear on privacy violations.
@Arden
I see… that makes sense. Definitely something to consider when facing legal action.
Has anyone dealt with something similar? How did it go for you? I’ve been wondering if people actually get charged for this.
Mickey said:
Has anyone dealt with something similar? How did it go for you? I’ve been wondering if people actually get charged for this.
Yeah, I know someone who got into trouble for this. They ended up getting a fine and a warning but had to go through a ton of legal hoops. It’s taken them months to sort everything out.
Mickey said:
Has anyone dealt with something similar? How did it go for you? I’ve been wondering if people actually get charged for this.
That sounds like a nightmare. Definitely not something I’d want to go through. Thanks for sharing .
To reopen a case based on emotional abuse, bring any new evidence you have, like messages or threats from your ex. Even if it wasn’t physical, emotional abuse can be just as serious.
Lyle said:
To reopen a case based on emotional abuse, bring any new evidence you have, like messages or threats from your ex. Even if it wasn’t physical, emotional abuse can be just as serious.
Thanks, I’ll keep that in mind. I’ve got some messages that might help.