Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Re: ex boyfriend shared a sex tape with friends

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There is not much you can do to force your ex not to show it to anyone unless you are willing to take legal action. Generally, morality and common decency are enough to keep someone from sharing something that is private with others.

If you feel strongly enough, you can file with a court for an order to prohibit your ex from showing the video to others or perhaps to have to return it to you. This is similar to what celebrities do when a video becomes known. I would suggest that you consult an attorney to discuss your legal options. Unfortunately, taking legal action could become costly.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: ex boyfriend shared a sex tape with friends

Mr. Jay is correct. We do this litigation, primarily regarding posting of images on adult websites, and it can be costly. But there are various ways to deal with this.