Abuse Using Technology

Taking nude or semi-nude videos or photographs of you without you consent is usually a criminal act if the images are taken in a place where you can reasonably expect to have privacy.  For example, if someone places a hidden camera in your bathroom or bedroom and captures you, this is almost always illegal. Now, let’s say you are on a nude beach or you are doing sexual acts in a public park, it may not be illegal to take photos or videos because you likely cannot expect to have privacy in  these types of public places. The specific laws in your state will say what is legal and what is illegal. 

In some states, the laws about sharing intimate images may also specifically address taking images without consent, making that a more serious crime, for example. Or there might be another crime that covers this behavior, such as violation of privacy, invasion of privacy, voyeurism, or unlawful surveillance.  You can look for the actual crimes in your state on our Crimes page by entering your state in the drop-down menu.