Video Voyeurism

The Florida crime of video voyeurism occurs when a person, for his or her own amusement, entertainment, sexual arousal, gratification, or profit, or for the purpose or degrading or abusing another person either:

Intentionally uses or installs an imaging device to secretly view, broadcast, or record a person, without that person’s knowledge and consent, who is dressing, undressing, or privately exposing the body, at a place and time when that person has a reasonable expectation of privacy
Intentionally permits the use of an imaging device to secretly view, broadcast, or record a person, without that person’s knowledge and consent who is dressing, undressing, or privately exposing the body, at a place and time when that person has a reasonable expectation of privacy
Intentionally uses an imaging device to secretly view, broadcast, or record under or through the clothing being worn by another person, without that person’s knowledge and consent, for the purpose of viewing the body of, or the undergarments worn by that person.

Being accused of any type of sex crime is a serious matter. A prosecution for video voyeurism may be commenced within 1 year after the date on which the victim of video voyeurism obtains actual knowledge of the existence of such a recording or the date on which the recording is confiscated by a law enforcement agency, whichever occurs first. This means that in some cases a person can be prosecuted for an act of video voyeurism that happened a long time ago. A sex crime conviction can jeopardize your future, making it harder to obtain employment, housing, secure a loan, and even professional licenses. If you have been charged with video voyeurism, contact Terrezza Law to protect your rights.

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If you have been arrested for video voyeurism in Florida, seek legal representation immediately. John Terrezza at Terrezza Law is a Pensacola criminal defense attorney that helps people through every stage of their case--from the time the investigation begins until it is resolved in court. He will fight to get your charged reduced, dismissed, or to get you an acquittal at trial.

Video voyeurism is a very serious criminal charge that can affect a person’s freedom. Don’t wait to act and begin protecting your rights today. You can receive a complete review of your case as soon as you call (850) 764-5291 right now to schedule a free, confidential consultation.

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Sharing of Video Voyeurism Images

Florida law also criminalizes the sharing of images created through video voyeurism for commercial and non-commercial purposes. These crimes are known as video voyeurism dissemination and commercial video voyeurism and are also third-degree felony offenses punishable by up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine.

Penalties for Video Voyeurism in Florida

Penalties vary for the act of video voyeurism in Florida. According to Florida law, video voyeurism is separated into four categories; video voyeurism committed by individuals under the age of 19, video voyeurism committed by individuals over the age of 19, video voyeurism with a prior conviction, and video voyeurism against a minor.

Video Voyeurism Penalties for People Under the Age of 19

According to Florida Statute § 810.145, if a person is under 19 years of age and commits video voyeurism, they are guilty of a 1^st degree misdemeanor. If convicted, offenders face up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine.

Video Voyeurism Penalties for People Over the Age of 19

If someone is over the age of 19 and are arrested for video voyeurism charges, they face the more severe penalty of a third-degree felony punishable by up to 5 years prison and a $5,000 fine.

Video Voyeurism with a Prior Conviction

If an individual has a prior conviction for video voyeurism, they face enhanced penalties. Video voyeurism with a prior conviction is classified as a second-degree felony, punishable by up to 15 in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Video Voyeurism Against a Minor

Being accused of video voyeurism alone is a serious matter. When the charges involve children, however, the penalties are even more harsh and upon conviction require you to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life. Video voyeurism becomes a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000.00 fine and requires sex offender registration if:

committed by an adult over 24 years of age on a child under 16 years of age, regardless of whether the person knows or has reason to know the age of the child

committed by a person 18 years of age who is responsible for the welfare of a child younger than 16 years old regardless of whether the person knows or has reason to know the age of the child

committed by a person employed at a private school or a voluntary prekindergarten education program against a student at their school.

Additional Resources for Video Voyeurism

Florida Department of Law Enforcement: Sex Offenses – Follow the link to visit the official website for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. The webpage lists common sex offenses in Florida, their corresponding statutes, and 2018 report of sex offenses arrests.

Florida Statute: Video Voyeurism – Click the link to visit the official website for the Florida Senate. The webpage lists the video voyeurism statute, penalties, and terms associated with the crime.

Video Voyeurism Attorney, Escambia County | Florida Lawyer

Have you been charged with video voyeurism? It is in your best interest to seek legal counsel as soon as possible. John Terrezza at Terrezza Law has years of experience defending individuals charged with sex crimes. He will fight to get the most favorable outcome for your case.

Terrezza Law defends clients in communities throughout Escambia County and Santa Rosa County. You have no time to waste. Call (850) 764-5291 or complete an online contact form to take advantage of a free, confidential consultation today. Criminal defense attorney John Terrezza will help you understand all of your legal options.