Distributing or posting intimate photos of others without permission is unlawful in Aurora, Colorado. Commonly referred to as revenge porn, these actions can lead to impactful criminal charges if the person in the pictures becomes upset due to the photos being online or on social media. Juveniles who post such photos violate a different law, C.R.S. 18-7-109. Anyone facing an accusation of posting a private image for harassment should contact a revenge porn attorney for representation in their case.

Is Revenge Porn the Same as Posting a Private Image for Harassment?

These terms are often interchangeable. C.R.S. 18-7-107 is the statute posting a private image for harassment. The violations of this law are acts of revenge porn. Someone commits this offense in Aurora, Centennial, or Englewood if they:

• post or distribute,
• intimate images or videos online,
• without consent and intending to harass the person in the material(s),
• AND are 18 years of age

Pictures or videos that contain nudity or sexual acts count as intimate material. A key element of this offense is that the alleged victim suffered serious emotional distress due to the posting / distribution of the images. The person in the images / video must also be identified or identifiable for charges to result. This can create issues when images of intimate parts are posted but it's difficult to decipher whose private parts are shown.

What's the Sentence for Revenge Porn in Arapahoe County?

Sentencing parameters for posting a private image for harassment include a heightened fine as compared to other class 1 misdemeanors. Conviction of revenge porn in Aurora can lead to:

• up to 18 months in county jail,
• fines of up $10,000

Revenge porn cases can also lead to ramifications on the civil side. Victims of posting a private image for harassment can seek financial damages that often include lawyer costs and fees. Revenge porn is not a sex offense and doesn't require sex offender registration. It is important to note that being in possession of private images of a romantic partner or even taking the pictures themselves isn't an act of revenge porn.

Arapahoe County's Top Defense Attorneys

Posting a private image of someone online without their consent can land you in jail with substantial fines. However, each element of this specific offense must be proven for conviction. Perhaps the alleged victim gave permission to post the pics or is accusing you of distributing images you never sent. Nevertheless, contact our office for a free consultation with a skilled defense attorney. We will carefully look over your revenge porn case and recommend next steps in your defense. Our flexible payment plans and affordable fees make strategic representation a reality for those facing allegations throughout Colorado.

So, if you or someone you know is facing revenge porn charges in Colorado, be smart. Contact the experienced criminal lawyers at Sawyer Legal Group, LLC at 303-830-0880. Together, we can protect your future.

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