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  • Revenge Porn Is Officially Punishable By Law In New York City

    Revenge Porn Is Officially Punishable By Law In New York City

    In November, the New York City Council unanimously voted to criminalise revenge porn. The criminal component of the law went into effect yesterday, making it a misdemeanour offence in the city to share someone’s intimate photos or videos online without their consent. Perpetrators can face up to one year in gaol and a $US1000 ($1255)…