Social media has made it faster for everyone to share content, but it has also made it easier for explicit material to get around. Some of this content is illegal and non-consensual, such as revenge porn, where an individual uploads or shares intimate photos or videos of an ex-partner without

One of the best ways to protect yourself from allegations of sexual misconduct or even assault is just to ensure that you get consent from your partner whenever you engage in these activities. Communication is very important, and you definitely want to make sure that you and the other person

The U.S. Department of Education (ED) has introduced a “draft rule” that proposes a number of changes to Title IX. As many of our readers know, that is the law that prohibits sex-based discrimination at all levels of the educational system in any schools that receive federal funds. It has

A first-degree rape charge is among the most serious offenses you can face under Maryland law. The ramifications may extend far beyond doing time in jail if convicted. Your reputation and career could also be negatively affected even if you aren’t found guilty. Rape can be charged at the first

In Maryland, as in many other states, it is illegal for someone to share intimate videos or pictures of someone else without their consent. Even if someone sent you a racy photo or let you videotape an intimate encounter, you cannot share that media with other people unless you have

You’re facing serious allegations of a crime of a sexual nature, and you are certainly worried about spending time behind bars and other such ramifications. On top of that, you know that you may have to register as a sex offender if you’re convicted. This is concerning because you’re already

Modern technology is amazing, but the wrong click of a button has gotten many people into serious trouble – especially teenagers. “Sexting,” which is broadly defined as the act of sending sexually explicit photos (nude or otherwise) to an intimate partner, has become incredibly common among young people. Unfortunately, what’s

Before a sexual encounter with someone else, it’s important to ask for consent. In fact, this is one of the best ways that you can avoid later being accused of any type of criminal activity. As long as you’ve communicated clearly with the other person and gotten their consent to

If a conviction requires registering as a sex offender, it is important for you to be aware of the requirements that are set forth by state law. Failing to adhere to the requirements of sex offender registration can result in a violation of your probation and parole requirements — and