Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
I was wondering if you could get a picture from facebook and then use it in your ad in a newspaper without the persons consent.
Asked on 4/04/11, 5:41 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Only if you like getting sued for making commercial use of someone's image, which is a property right.
Answered on 4/04/11, 5:55 pm
Edward Hoffman
Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman
I agree with Mr. Nelson. You posted your question under criminal law, though, and it's unlikely that you would be charged with a crime. The civil suit Mr. Nelson describes is far more likely.
Answered on 4/04/11, 6:27 pm
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