A Strong Defense Against Revenge Porn Charges
Revenge porn, the act of sharing private, explicit images or videos of someone without their consent, is a serious crime with severe consequences in Minnesota. A conviction for posting revenge porn can have considerable punishments, and these charges are not something anyone should take lightly. While facing revenge porn charges can be overwhelming, you do not have to face it alone.
At Lesch Law Firm, attorney John Lesch leverages his extensive experience and deep understanding of Minnesota’s revenge porn laws to provide a robust defense for his clients. He offers a seasoned perspective on these cases, having been involved with the creation of the legislation that governs them. John also literally wrote the law on revenge porn as a state representative. This insight allows us to offer a strategic and informed defense, ensuring your rights are vigorously protected.
Understanding The Charges Against You
Revenge porn involves the non-consensual distribution of intimate images or videos on internet or digital platforms, including social media, websites or direct messaging. Key elements that constitute revenge porn include:
- Intentional distribution: The perpetrator knowingly shares explicit content without the consent of the person depicted.
- Expectation of privacy: The images or videos were originally intended to remain private.
- Harm and distress: The distribution of these materials is intended to cause emotional distress or harm to the victim.
These elements can also provide opportunities for defense against these charges. As your legal representation, we will look for all opportunities to fight your charges, including seeking evidence of consent to share the footage and disputing intentional distribution.
Legal Penalties For Revenge Porn
Minnesota takes revenge porn very seriously, and those convicted of this crime face stringent penalties. Depending on the severity and circumstances, revenge porn can be prosecuted as either a misdemeanor or a felony. The consequences for a conviction can include:
- Fines: Convictions can result in substantial fines of thousands of dollars.
- Imprisonment: Offenders may face jail or prison sentences, with the length varying based on the case details.
- Protective orders: Courts may issue restraining orders to protect the victim from further harassment or contact.
It is important to note that a criminal conviction commonly comes with collateral consequences as well, such as damaged relationships with friends and family, difficulty keeping or earning employment or housing, and a tarnished reputation. Furthermore, your charges may also require you to join the sex offender registry, which can cause additional issues for you. Instead of hoping to avoid these consequences on your own, let us fight for the optimal outcome in your case.
We Are Here To Defend You
If you are facing revenge porn charges, do not make the mistake of representing yourself. Instead, call our St. Paul office at 651-393-9550 or email us here to schedule your free initial consultation with a lawyer you can depend on today.