Can I report video distribution crime?

The act of unauthorized distribution of videos filmed or recorded without the broadcaster's consent, or distribution in a way that distorts/edits to induce sexual humiliation or disgust can be punished as video distribution crime under the 'Act on Special Cases concerning the Punishment of Sexual Violence Crimes' and the 'Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection.'

Even if the video has no direct obscenity, cases where it was edited/synthesized to appear obscene are also included.

∙ Non-consensual filming/distribution (Sexual Violence Punishment Act Article 14)

: Filming/distributing another person's body or specific acts without consent → Imprisonment of up to 7 years or fine of up to 50 million won

∙ Edited/synthesized/processed distribution (Sexual Violence Punishment Act Article 14-2, Article 14-3)

: Distorting the original or distributing after editing obscenely → Imprisonment of up to 7 years or fine of up to 50 million won, definite imprisonment of 3 years or more if for profit

∙ Distribution of obscene information (Information and Communications Network Act Article 44-7)

: Distributing/selling obscene codes/videos online → Imprisonment of up to 1 year or fine of up to 10 million won

Therefore, as soon as you become aware of damage, you must report to the National Police Agency Cyber Crime Reporting System or 112 with evidence materials.

You must also file a complaint with the Korea Communications Standards Commission to request deletion and blocking of illegal videos.

After this, it is good to proceed with prevention of secondary spread and thorough response through damage compensation claims and criminal complaints.

In conclusion, it is important to quickly identify the initial distributor and distribution route, and combine legal measures for video distribution crime.