Ohio NCII Law: Your Rights Under State and Federal Law
Ohio ORC § 2907.083 creates criminal liability for non-consensual intimate image distribution. The TAKE IT DOWN Act operates independently to provide 48-hour platform removal rights across all covered platforms.
Ohio's § 2907.083 prohibits the non-consensual disclosure of private sexual images. Aggravating factors including prior offenses, targeting of minors, and interstate distribution can elevate charges. Ohio courts also recognize civil claims. The federal TAKE IT DOWN Act's 48-hour removal obligation applies regardless of the status of any Ohio criminal proceeding.
What to do now: removal and legal steps
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Upload your face photo for a scan Biometric scan across 200+ covered platforms.
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Review all identified URLs Private dashboard shows all hosting locations.
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Send federal removal notices Binding 223a notices with 48-hour deadlines.
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Report to Ohio law enforcement File with local police or Ohio BCI.
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Document for civil proceedings Your exposure report supports Ohio civil court claims.
Frequently asked questions
What escalates an Ohio NCII charge?
Prior offenses, victims under 18, interstate distribution, and distribution for profit can all elevate the charge severity up to a fifth-degree felony.
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