How do I complain about blackmailing?

The first step you need to file an FIR in your nearest police and tell them about the blackmailing. Then you can go to the cyber cell and register a complaint against them on behalf of that FIR. The crime of blackmailing is defined under Section 503 of the IPC.

What can you do if someone blackmails you with a picture in South Africa?

Top tips for dealing with threats of being blackmailed or “sextorted”

1. Do not delete any of the messages.
2. Contact a lawyer immediately and them about what your legal options are.
3. Talk to someone you trust and ask them to accompany you to the police station and open a case.
4. Discontinue all communication with the scammer.

What happens when you report blackmail on Facebook?

What Happens When You Report Sextortion on Facebook? After you report sextortion on Facebook, administrators review the image or profile for violations of Facebook’s Community Standards. If the content violates any Facebook rules, they will either remove the account or the reported content.

How can I get out of sextortion?

Use the following tips to avoid being a victim of sextortion:

1. Set all of your social media accounts to private;
2. No matter how close you are to someone, never email them compromising photographs of yourself.
3. Do not open attachments from unknown senders;
4. When not in use, turn off your electronic devices and webcams.

Is it illegal to take a picture of someone without their permission in South Africa?

In South Africa, any person may photograph any other person, without their permission, in public spaces. These people may or may not be the sole focus of your photograph. Street photographers, for example, are free to take photos of anyone or anything in the streets or parks. They do not need your consent.

Is blackmail a crime in South Africa?

Under South African law, the crime of extortion is classified as a common law crime. This is not the same as blackmail, as extortion involves a more serious threat. Simply put, it means threatening a person with a harmful act unless they submit to demands being made.