Legislation against sharing explicit images without consent
Massachusetts Senate approves bill to ban sharing explicit images or videos without consent, addressing 'revenge porn' and extending protections for victims of sexual abuse and coercion.
Key Points
- Bill approved by Massachusetts Senate to ban sharing explicit images without consent
- Addresses 'revenge porn' and extends protections for victims
- Establishes penalties for nonconsensual distribution of explicit images
Pros
- Closing a legal loophole that has caused pain and suffering to victims of 'revenge porn'
- Extending protections for victims of sexual abuse and coercion
- Establishing penalties for nonconsensual distribution of explicit images
Cons
- Potential challenges in enforcement and monitoring of online content