level: Level 1
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Level 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is revenge porn? | • The non-consensual distribution of intimate images. |
| What is sextortion? | • When someone threatens to share intimate images of you without your consent (think extortion). |
| What is doxxing? | • Doxxing is the researching and publishing of private or identifying information on the internet, typically with malicious intent. |
| What are other legal options available to someone who is the victim of revenge porn or sextortion? | • s. 810 peace bond where a person fears on reasonable grounds that another person will commit an offence under s.162.1 of the code • Copyrighting images? |
| Is revenge porn illegal in Canada? If so, what is the penalty? | • Up to five years (indictable) • 6 months and $5000 fine (summary) |
| Can you sue someone in civil court sharing intimate images without your consent? | • “public disclosure of private facts” (Doe 464533 v. N.D. was order to pay $100,000 in damages) |
| A recent study out of the Australian Institute of Criminology found that 1 in ____ people report being victims of revenge porn. This study also found people with _________ and _________ more likely to be victims of revenge porn and _________ more likely to be perpetrators. | • 3 • Disabilities • LGBTQS2+ • Men |
| What can you do if you are the victim of revenge porn? | • Report to police • Consult a lawyer for civil proceedings • Copyright images |