Wisconsin enacted § 942.09 covering the intentional reproduction and distribution of intimate images without consent. Repeat offenses are Class I felonies. Wisconsin courts recognize civil claims for NCII. The TAKE IT DOWN Act applies in Wisconsin with the same 48-hour platform removal obligation.

What to do now: removal and legal steps

  1. Upload your face photo 2.4 billion face embeddings searched across all covered platforms.
  2. Review identified hosting locations Private dashboard shows all confirmed URLs.
  3. Send federal removal notices TAKE IT DOWN Act 223a notices with 48-hour deadlines.
  4. File with Wisconsin law enforcement Report to local police or Wisconsin DOJ.
  5. Document for civil proceedings Your exposure report supports Wisconsin civil claims.

Frequently asked questions

What are the penalties under Wisconsin § 942.09?

First offense is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 9 months and $10,000 fine). Repeat offenses or aggravated cases are Class I felonies (up to 3.5 years).

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