Sharing Public Photos Legally

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Sharing public photos in Missouri is generally legal unless it defames or harms someone, violates platform terms, or breaches privacy. Defamation requires a false statement, publication, and damage to reputation. Calling someone childish is subjective and may not qualify. Lying to cause harassment could be defamation. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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Last year, I reposted a public picture of someone's face on my Instagram story and everyone got mad at me for it. After i proved to them that it isn't doxxing to post a public picture of someone's face, they're still saying I'm wrong for it because i didn't have permission to repost the picture.
Hello ****, could you please confirm your location? The laws regarding sharing images without consent can vary depending on your location.
Jackson County Missouri
In Missouri, it's generally legal to share public photos, but the situation can become complicated if:
- The photo was used to defame or harm.
- It violated the terms of the platform.
- The person in the photo had an expectation of privacy.
Please consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
Would calling someone childish be on the grounds of defamation?
Defamation in Missouri typically requires:
- False statement about the person
- Publication of the statement
- Damage to the person's reputation.
Calling someone "childish" is often subjective and may not meet these criteria. However, context matters. Consider consulting a local attorney.
I talked to some attorneys and they said it doesn't
If attorneys say it doesn't qualify as defamation, they are probably right as they understand the specifics of your situation. Is there anything else you would like to know about this subject?
Is it considered defamation to lie about someone who you don't like so other people will harass them?
Defamation generally requires false statements that harm someone's reputation. If lying about someone leads to harassment, it could potentially be defamation. However, context and specific details matter. Please consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.