Rights and Remedies
Rights and Remedies is your go-to podcast for survivors, advocates, and those wanting to explore the legal and human dimensions of sexual abuse, cyber abuse, domestic violence, and child welfare. Each episode unpacks the complexities of these issues, examines the civil rights challenges affecting vulnerable populations, and highlights the innovative approaches to making a difference. Tune in for expert insights, powerful stories, and a roadmap to healing and justice.
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Rights and Remedies
Found Your Photo Online? Here’s What To Do Before You Delete Anything | Ep 15
If you’ve just discovered an intimate photo or video of yourself online without your consent, take a breath - you are not alone, and there is a way forward.
When you're hit with the shock of finding an intimate image shared without your consent, the instinct is clear: make it disappear, fast.
But here’s the hard truth: deleting too quickly could erase the very evidence you need to take legal action, get the content removed, or hold the person responsible accountable.
Whether you're thinking about taking civil action, reporting to the police, or simply wanting the abuse properly recorded, preserving evidence is essential - especially in revenge porn cases and cases of image-based sexual abuse.
The internet moves fast - and when it comes to image-based abuse, revenge porn, or doxing, time is of the essence. Taking the right steps to preserve evidence quickly can make all the difference in building a strong case.
In this episode, we walk through exactly what to do before you click delete, in a way that protects both your safety and your options. Whether or not you ever report, preserving evidence is power.
You'll learn:
- What to screenshot (and how to make it legally useful)
- Simple tools and strategies to capture and store evidence safely
- What kinds of details matter (hint: it's not just the photo itself)
- The biggest mistakes people make in those first few hours - and how to avoid them
- What to know if you’re considering civil or criminal action
If you've been a victim of revenge porn, image-based sexual abuse, doxing, or any form of online harassment, or you know anyone that has, this is an essential listen to help you stay empowered and prepared.
You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s talk about how to protect your peace and your proof.
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