Posting private images of someone without their consent is unlawful throughout Larimer, Weld, and Boulder County. If this is done in an attempt to harass or upset the subject of the image(s), impactful criminal charges can follow. With the abundance of places these pics can be sent or posted online, messy breakups or ill-advised pranks can be costly. The presence of this material on your smartphone or tablet mixed with thoughts of revenge towards another are a dangerous combination. If you or someone you know is being accused of revenge porn in Fort Collins, Loveland, or Estes Park, contacting a skilled sex crimes attorney is critical to your future.

Larimer County Posting Private Images Law

Larimer County's posting private images law prohibits placing intimate photos of others online without permission. CRS 18-7-107 provides the specific elements of this offense throughout Colorado. Law enforcement in Fort Collins, Greeley, or Boulder will pursue charges if they believe you:

• posted or distributed through social media or any website,
• a photo, video, or other image displaying someone's private intimate parts,
• intending to harass, intimidate, or coerce the depicted person,
  • without their consent,
  • or when you knew or should've known they had a reasonable expectation the image would stay private

There's an additional element of serious emotional distress involved with posting private images that is often met when the alleged victim reports what they've seen. In talking with police, they're often disturbed to have come across intimate images of themselves on social media or learn their nudes were messaged to others.

How Bad is Posting a Private Image for Harassment in Larimer County?

Each revenge porn case in northern Colorado is different. Punishment from case to case won't necessarily be the same. As a class 1 misdemeanor, a conviction for posting private images can lead to:

• a county jail sentence of up to 18 months,
• a maximum fine of $10K

In some cases, the financial penalties for posting private images can be more impactful than the potential jail time. With additional fines going to the crime victim compensation fund and the possibility of civil action, defendants can experience increased financial ramifications.

Revenge Porn Lawyer

When accused of something like revenge porn in Fort Collins or Greeley, there are important steps a defendant must take. Exercising your right to remain silent and contacting a highly-rated criminal lawyer can go a long way when it comes to the outcome of your case. Perhaps you weren't the one who posted the images or the victim gave permission to do so. Nevertheless, contact our office for a free, confidential consultation. We will carefully analyze your unique case and suggest next steps in your defense.

Talk to us about allegations of revenge porn – not the police. 303-830-0880

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