Revenge porn, also known as non-consensual pornography, is the distribution of sexually explicit images or videos without the consent of the depicted individual. While many states have laws that criminalize revenge porn, South Carolina is currently one of the few states that does not have a specific law addressing this issue at the state level. However, this does not mean that victims of revenge porn in South Carolina are without legal recourse.
Federal law does provide protection for victims of revenge porn through the Civil action relating to disclosure of intimate images published at 15 U.S.C. § 6851. This law makes it illegal to distribute sexually explicit images or videos of another person without their consent. Under this law, victims of revenge porn can file a civil lawsuit against the perpetrator for damages. This can include damages for emotional distress, lost wages, and medical expenses. Additionally, the law also allows for the imposition of fines and injunctive relief, which can prevent the perpetrator from continuing to distribute the intimate images. This federal law applies to the distribution of intimate images through various forms of media, including the internet, social media, and other forms of electronic communication. This means that the law applies to the distribution of intimate images through various forms of media, including the internet, social media, and other forms of electronic communication.
While South Carolina currently does not have a specific law addressing revenge porn at the state level, victims of revenge porn in South Carolina can still take legal action against the perpetrator through the federal law regarding Civil action relating to disclosure of intimate images published at 15 U.S.C. § 6851. If you are the victim of revenge porn, you should consult with a lawyer experienced in this area.
