Media Privacy Violation Steps

Summary

If media outlets violate your privacy rights under Marsys Law, document the violations and report them to authorities. Consult a privacy or media law attorney for guidance on legal actions. In Minnesota, Marsys Law is not enforced, but victim rights are protected under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 611A. To find a lawyer, contact the Minnesota State Bar Association or use online directories like Avvo or Justia.

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I have recently pressed charges for domestic violence on my ex , who in his past was on a reality tv series, and the media caught up with the current charges i have put on him and has violated my privacy and confidentially rights under marsy's law! what are the first steps to take and after that what else should i do or do i need to do to take legal action against alln3 of the media outlets who have posted this information?
Hi ****,
I’m sorry to hear about your situation. To address your concerns under Marsy's Law, here are some steps you can take:
- **Document Violations:** Gather all evidence of the media outlets’ reports that violate your privacy.
- **Contact Authorities:** Report the violation to the local police or prosecutor handling your case.
- **Legal Counsel:** Consult with a lawyer specializing in privacy or media law for specific legal actions against the media outlets.
Have you discussed this issue with the prosecutor or a legal professional yet?
I did send an email to the states attorney, but not to the prosecutor directly, but his Victim Witness Assistant, Anna is aware of the situation, she said they wouldnt be the ones to handle this situation.
Hi ****,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Since Anna mentioned they wouldn't handle this, you might consider these steps:
- **Contact the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office:** They can provide guidance on privacy rights violations.
- **Consult a Privacy/Media Law Attorney:** They can assist in taking specific actions against the media outlets.
Have you reached out to any privacy or media law attorneys yet?
no i have not becuase in south dakota i font know if we have any
Hi ****,
Since you mentioned South Dakota, it's important to note that I'm equipped to provide information relevant to Minnesota laws. However, here are some general steps you can take that might be applicable in both states:
- **Document Violations:** Keep all records of the media reports violating your privacy.
- **Legal Counsel:** Seek out a lawyer specializing in privacy or media law, even if it means looking outside South Dakota.
Would you like guidance on how to find a lawyer or any specific legal steps in Minnesota?
Yes please, also can you tell me if minnesota enforces marsy's law?
Hi ****,
Minnesota does not have Marsy's Law; however, it has robust victim rights protections under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 611A.
To find a lawyer in Minnesota, consider these steps:
- Contact the **Minnesota State Bar Association** for referrals.
- Use online lawyer directories like **Avvo** or **Justia**.
Would you like more detailed steps on finding a lawyer?
yes
Hi ****,
Certainly, here are some detailed steps to find a lawyer in Minnesota:
- **Minnesota State Bar Association:** Visit their website or call to get referrals for lawyers specializing in privacy or media law.
- **Online Directories:** Use sites like Avvo (www.avvo.com) or Justia (www.justia.com) to search for lawyers by specialty and location.
- **Local Legal Aid:** Contact local legal aid organizations for assistance.
Would you like help with anything else?