ex bf threatening to send false pictures

[upsetandfuming]

What is the name of your state? California

I am currently going through a break-up from a long-term relationship with a man. He has implied that if I go through with this, he will send sexually explicit photographs of me to my work and co-workers. I work for a public agency and am myself a public figure to a minor degree so this action could cause deep repercussions. If he follows through on this threat, what is my recourse?

 

[stephenk]

Do the photos exist? your heading implies he will make up the photos.

If the photos do exist, you should consult with an attorney about obtaining a restraining order against your ex to prevent distribution of the photos and to file suit to obtain the photos and negatives.

 

[upsetandfuming]

Yes the photos do exist. He has sent copies to me via email, so I know he has them. If I proceed with hiring an attorney, what law specialty would I be looking for?

 

[stephenk]

your attorney can tell you about invasion of privacy and harassment.

 

[You Are Guilty]

Yes the photos do exist. He has sent copies to me via email, so I know he has them. If I proceed with hiring an attorney, what law specialty would I be looking for?

Actually, it's impossible to say what the best way to handle this would be without seeing the photos at issue. Depending on their actual content, there could be a number of different avenues to persue.