Introducing Our Five-Part Series on Doe v. Gipson: A Landmark Federal Case Under 15 U.S.C. § 6851
Earlier, we published an article about a groundbreaking appellate decision in Doe v. Gipson — the first federal appeal interpreting the civil “revenge porn” statute, 15 U.S.C. § 6851. Enacted in 2022, this powerful law allows victims of nonconsensual pornography to seek justice in federal court, including access to injunctive relief to stop continued harm.
The Fifth Circuit’s decision in Doe v. Gipson marks a major milestone in how U.S. courts are beginning to apply this federal statute. It is especially significant for victims in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, where the Fifth Circuit’s interpretation now serves as binding precedent on lower federal courts.
Because of the importance and complexity of this case, we are launching a detailed five-part blog series exploring every stage of the litigation and its broader implications. In this series, we will cover:
- The factual background and procedural history of the case
- The legal arguments advanced at trial
- The jury verdict and post-trial proceedings
- The Fifth Circuit’s appellate ruling and what it means
- How Doe v. Gipson may shape future civil revenge porn lawsuits under federal law
Whether you are an attorney, survivor, advocate, or researcher interested in digital privacy and civil rights, this series offers a unique opportunity to understand how 15 U.S.C. § 6851 is being interpreted and enforced in real federal court cases.
Stay tuned as we break down this landmark case and explain how it is helping redefine legal protections for victims of nonconsensual intimate image abuse.
