Getting Revenge on Revenge Porn
Picture this: a painful breakup, and then, out of nowhere, your intimate photos or videos show up online—shared without your consent, with the intent to shame or punish you. This is not just cruel—it’s illegal. And if it happens to you, you don’t have to face it alone.
What Is Revenge Porn?
Revenge porn—properly known as non-consensual pornography—occurs when someone shares intimate or sexually explicit content of another person without that person's permission, often with the intent to humiliate or control them. Even threatening to post such images is covered under Michigan law.
Michigan’s Law: MCL 750.145e
Under Michigan Compiled Law § 750.145e(1), it’s a crime to knowingly distribute sexually explicit content—like nude photos or videos—if:
The person depicted is identifiable,
The material was private and shared with an expectation of privacy, and
There was no consent—or it was never meant to be disseminated
Penalties: What’s surprising for many is that Michigan treats both the actual posting and threats to post such content as serious offenses. You can face up to 5 years in prison and fines up to $5,000 for distribution . Even a misdemeanor or first-time offense can carry jail time.
Michigan & Deepfake Revenge Porn
This law also helps address modern abuses like AI-generated "deepfake" porn. Michigan has begun criminalizing non-consensual deepfakes—and the new federal Take It Down Act signed in May 2025 requires swift removal of such content from platforms.
Criminal and Civil Remedies
Criminal prosecution: The state can file charges for misdemeanors or felonies.
Civil lawsuit: Victims can seek damages, injunctions, and remove content.
Injunctions: Courts can immediately order platforms or individuals to take down content—even before a trial.
Why Acting Fast Matters
The longer intimate images stay online, the more widespread they become—on social media, search results, and even in your professional life. Quick action is critical:
Preserve evidence—screenshots, messages, URLs.
File criminal charges promptly.
File takedown requests under the DMCA, Michigan law, and the Take It Down Act.
Seek civil relief—damages, court orders, and legal acknowledgment of wrongdoing.
How We Can Help You
At Shkreli Legal, we help Michiganders facing revenge porn-related crises:
Immediate crisis response
We guide you through reporting to law enforcement, preserve vital evidence, and file urgent takedown petitions.Criminal defense or victim representation
Whether you’re being prosecuted—or you’re the victim—we offer tailored representation at every stage: investigations, plea talks, trial.Civil litigation
We handle civil cases for damages, privacy violations, and help secure permanent orders to remove content and prevent re-posting.Navigating modern digital law
We interpret and apply evolving laws—like Michigan’s revenge porn statute and the federal Take It Down Act—to your situation.
Final Thoughts
Revenge porn isn't just a personal violation—it's a legal wrong. Michigan law treats it seriously, with meaningful penalties and protections. If you’re a victim, you have both legal rights and paths to justice. If you’re accused, it’s vital to have a skilled attorney standing by your side.
As a Michigan lawyer, I believe in protecting privacy and dignity in our digital age. Don’t let illegal online abuse define your life. Let us help you reclaim control—fast, smart, and decisively.
Contact us today for a confidential, no-obligation chat about your situation. You deserve justice—and we’re here to fight for it.
