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Someone upload video in youtube with my images with defamed words
24-Jul-2025 (In Criminal Law)
2 days before one youtube channel uploaded a video with my real image
Me and my husband image with fake and false accusations Purely defaming and spoil our reputation in public
hi, I can well understand your concern from the query raised, Hi, I understand your concern regarding the defamatory content published on YouTube involving you and your husband’s real images and false accusations. Please note that such acts may amount to criminal defamation under Section 500 of the Indian Penal Code and also constitute offenses under the Information Technology Act, 2000, particularly for misuse of personal images without consent.
You may consider taking the following steps:
1. Issue a legal notice to the channel requesting immediate removal of the video and a public apology.
2. File a criminal complaint with the Cyber Crime Cell and/or local police under:
• Section 499/500 IPC (Defamation)
• Section 66E IT Act (Violation of privacy)
• Section 67 IT Act (Obscene or offensive content, if applicable)
3. Request a takedown through YouTube’s grievance redressal mechanism under their content violation policy.
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You can take immediate legal action for defamation and privacy violation. Here's what you can do:
Send a Legal Notice to the YouTube channel demanding immediate removal of the video and a public apology.
File a Criminal Complaint under Sections 499 & 500 IPC (Defamation) and Section 66A & 67 IT Act (if obscene or harmful content is involved).
Report the Video to YouTube under “Defamation/Harassment/Privacy Violation” with proof.
Approach the Cyber Crime Cell in your city with screenshots and video links.
You have a strong case if the content is false, damages your reputation, and uses your image without consent.
Advocate Arjun Saravanan
Rajendra Law Office LLP
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Adv. Arjun S
Adv. Arjun S
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Dear Client,
1. You can file a criminal complaint for defamation and also for criminal intimidation and insult.
2. Additionally, you can approach the Cyber Crime Cell and request removal of the video.
3. File a complaint with YouTube for violating your privacy and spreading false content.
4.You may schedule an appointment regarding your case by phone or email at your convenience.
Thanks & regards,
Priyanka
Advocate
Coimbatore
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Adv. Priyanka
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You can file a criminal complaint under Sections 499 & 500 IPC for defamation and Section 66E, 67 IT Act for publishing private images with false content. Immediately submit a written complaint to the Cyber Crime Cell (online or in-person) and request removal of the video through the YouTube content takedown mechanism citing privacy violation and defamation. You may also file an injunction suit before the civil court seeking immediate restraining orders against further publication.
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Adv. Venkatakrishnan A M
Adv. Venkatakrishnan A M
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uploading the images or videos of you and your husband is against the right to privacy, which is fundamental rights of citizens, it is punishable under BNS(IPC) and Information technology act. you can file a cyber complaint against the youtube channel to remove the video and to take legal action against them.
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Adv. Vignesh Kasinathan
Adv. Vignesh Kasinathan
Chennai | 25+ Answers
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