06/10/2026
1. Intentional or Reckless Sharing: It is an offence to distribute, publish, or threaten to publish intimate images of a person without consent with intent to cause harm or being reckless as to whether harm is caused. Penalties upon conviction on indictment include an unlimited fine and/or up to 7 years imprisonment.
2.Sharing Without Intent to Cause Harm : It is an offence to record, distribute, or publish intimate images of a person without consent, even if there is no specific intent to cause harm. This includes forwarding an image you received from someone else. Penalties include a Class A fine (up to €5,000) and/or up to 12 months imprisonment.
The Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020
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