North Carolina has one of the stronger NCII criminal classifications, making non-consensual intimate image distribution a felony offense. The 2026 TAKE IT DOWN Act provides a federal platform removal right independent of state criminal proceedings. ScanErase uses the federal framework to remove content from covered platforms simultaneously.

Legal framework for North Carolina residents

G.S. 14-190.5A (felony); TAKE IT DOWN Act (federal platform removal)

Frequently asked questions

Does North Carolina have felony-level penalties for NCII?

Yes. North Carolina General Statute 14-190.5A classifies disclosure of intimate images without consent as a Class H felony, one of the stronger state classifications in the US.

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