Texas law provides criminal remedies for NCII under Penal Code 21.16. The offense is classified as a Class A misdemeanor with state-level criminal enforcement. For content removal, the federal TAKE IT DOWN Act operates separately and gives you a direct right to demand removal from covered platforms within 48 hours. ScanErase automates this federal process.

Legal framework for Texas residents

Texas Penal Code 21.16 (criminal); TAKE IT DOWN Act (federal platform removal)

Frequently asked questions

Is revenge porn illegal in Texas?

Yes. Texas Penal Code 21.16 makes non-consensual disclosure of intimate visual material a Class A misdemeanor. The 2026 TAKE IT DOWN Act provides an additional federal platform removal right.