Filming or Sharing Personal Content Without Permission Is a Crime, Interior Ministry Warns
In an awareness video under its Aman programme, the ministry highlighted that Article 370 of the law makes it a crime to film, record, or share someone's personal information without their consent. This includes secretly recording conversations, taking photos of people without approval, or posting details that invade someone's privacy on any platform.
The warning also covers sensitive cases—such as photographing people in inappropriate situations or accident victims at crash sites. Simply taking such photos without permission is considered a crime, while publishing or reposting them is an even more serious offence, especially if it damages someone's honour or reputation.
According to the ministry, penalties can reach up to five years in prison and fines of up to BD 5,000. Authorities urged everyone to respect others' privacy and avoid actions that could lead to legal trouble, stressing that the law is designed to protect all members of society from harm or abuse.
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