A man in Minas Gerais, Brazil, has received a conviction for disclosing intimate images of his ex-wife without her consent as a means of retaliation following the end of their relationship. This case was revealed by the Tribunal de Justiça de Minas Gerais, highlighting the severity of crimes related to non-consensual sharing of private images, also known as "revenge porn." The incident occurred in February 2023; the defendant shared nude pictures and offensive messages via social media, and threatened to take custody of their child.

The case came to light after the victim’s sister discovered the incriminating posts and alerted her. Following this, a report was filed with the police, and screenshots served as evidence in the investigation. The prosecutor's office charged the man, reflecting the ongoing efforts within Brazil's legal system to combat domestic violence and protect victims of such acts. It is noteworthy that the specific city involved in the case has not been disclosed due to the confidentiality of the legal proceedings.

After receiving a conviction in the first instance, the defendant appealed, attempting to nullify the case by stating that the screenshots did not meet digital preservation standards and should not be considered valid evidence. This highlights ongoing discussions about digital evidence and the need for updated legal frameworks to handle such issues as technology evolves.