Article 301 of the Criminal Code – filming or distribution of pornographic materials

With the development of the entertainment industry on the Internet, the number of crimes against public morality has increased significantly. A special place is given to the distribution of pornographic materials. Judicial practice in Ukraine is a clear confirmation that the accusation under Article 301 of the Criminal Code applies not only to persons who organized underground studios or created sites for the distribution of spicy materials. Under this article, lovers of sending intimate photos to strangers on the Internet, sellers of pornographic films and other materials can be held liable. That is why it is better to use the support of professional lawyers to protect your own interests. We suggest in this article to consider the features of liability under Article 301 of the Criminal Code - filming or distribution of pornographic materials.

Object, subject of illegal activity and punishment under Article 301 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine

The object of illegal activity under Article 301 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine is a system of traditional ethical norms and values, physical and psychological health of individuals, the right to privacy of personal life.

The subject of criminal actions is pornographic materials of various types. Also prohibited is the direct demonstration of naked intimate areas during performances for spectators, concerts, online broadcasts.

The following liability is provided for illegal actions related to the filming and distribution of pornographic materials:

If you are accused under Article 301 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, the first thing you need to do is seek the help of a professional criminal lawyer. Being accused under this article is a serious test for a person. That is why it is worth observing basic procedural rights:

1. Agree to interrogation only in the presence of a lawyer.
2. Do not give any testimony without consulting your defense attorney.
3. Promptly report any violations by law enforcement officers, investigators, and prosecutors.

Also, a suspect under the article on the distribution of pornographic materials has the right to provide information that will be useful in court (saved correspondence, bank statements, witness statements, etc.).

Protection of the rights of victims under the article on filming/distribution of pornography

Quite often in our practice we have encountered situations when photos of a specific person of a pornographic nature are distributed on the Internet without their knowledge. Without a doubt, in this case we are talking about a violation of basic human rights (in particular, the right to dignity).

If criminal actions related to the distribution of pornographic materials have been committed against you, the only right decision will be to contact professional lawyers from our law firm Prykhodko and Partners.

Our lawyers as defenders of victims:

• Are present during the process of conducting various investigative actions.
• Assist in collecting the necessary evidence.
• Prepare claims for recovery of damages.
• Support the prosecution in court.
• Make efforts to reconcile the parties (if necessary and desired by the injured party).

Only timely appeal to a criminal lawyer will allow you to protect your rights, interests and reputation. We guarantee complete confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of performing our duties.

We also protect the interests of suspects/accused under Article 301 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. Our lawyers are ready to provide highly qualified assistance in resolving even the most difficult situations.

Illegal activities related to the filming and distribution of pornographic materials are accompanied by a high risk of fines or even long-term imprisonment. Our experienced human rights defenders are ready to provide you with comprehensive assistance. We apply an individual approach to each specific case, formulating an effective defense strategy.

Do you have any more questions? We look forward to a preliminary consultation in a format convenient for you (offline or online)! To calculate the cost of a lawyer's services for an article about filming or distributing pornographic materials, fill out the form below.