Someone Sent Me Obscene Videos – Can I File a Complaint?
Yes, depending on the circumstances, you may be able to report unwanted obscene or sexually explicit videos sent to you online. The legal assessment depends on the material, the sender’s conduct and the surrounding facts.
Preserve the evidence
Save screenshots showing the sender, message, date and time. Keep the sender’s phone number or username and relevant chat history.
Do not redistribute the material
Do not forward the video to other people merely to ask whether it is illegal. Preserve the identifying information and use official reporting channels.
Report the sender
The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal provides cybercrime reporting and a social-media abuse reporting facility. citeturn0search0turn0search5
Possible legal provisions
Depending on the circumstances, Sections 67 or 67A may be relevant to specified obscene or sexually explicit electronic material. Section 67B applies to material depicting children in sexually explicit acts. citeturn0search2turn0search17
SPG Legal Consultancy can assist with assessing the evidence and preparing a complaint.
Need Legal Assistance?
If you are dealing with obscene content, sexually explicit material, unlawful sharing, WhatsApp or Instagram content, non-consensual intimate images or suspected illegal sexual content, consider taking prompt legal advice. SPG Legal Consultancy can assist with evidence review, cybercrime complaint preparation and legal strategy.
Legal disclaimer: This content is for general information and is not a substitute for case-specific legal advice. The applicability of any law depends on the facts and evidence. No particular FIR registration, arrest, content removal, investigation result or case outcome can be guaranteed.