Law protecting ‘revenge porn’ victims introduced in Newfoundland and Labrador
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — Newfoundland and Labrador is the latest province to introduce “revenge porn” legislation, offering legal recourse to people who have had intimate images shared without their consent.
The Intimate Images Protection Act would give victims the option to take their case to civil court, where judges could order damages or issue a court order to remove the images.
“This legislation will give power back to victims, hold people accountable for their actions and hopefully deter this negative behaviour in others,” Justice Minister Andrew Parsons said in a statement.
Parsons introduced the bill in the House of Assembly on Tuesday, following the lead of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta and Nova Scotia.