Blackmail is a major crime with the potential to ruin relationships, reputations, and even entire lives. Texas laws approach blackmail with the seriousness it merits, realizing the significant effects it may have on victims. Whether it involves threats to reveal damaging personal information or demands for money, blackmail is not only unethical but also illegal.

Understanding the specific laws surrounding blackmail in Texas is crucial for both potential victims and those who may be accused of this crime. Texas law clearly outlines exactly what qualifies as blackmail, the fines associated, and what to do should you find yourself in such circumstances.

Today, we’re taking [...]

Social media allows everyone to interact with people all over the world and most of us are on social media. We use social media to connect with friends and family, engage with people who share a hobby, or content creators who share entertaining posts. 

Many social media platforms encourage us to take part in the social aspects by posting about the places we go to. Many of us share celebrations online, tag our friends and family, and mention many aspects of our personal lives.

We know that some things we just don’t share online. We don’t want to tell people our passwords yet some information we share may provide clues to it. We may avoid engaging complete strangers in [...]

We use our email addresses for everything. In fact, 92% of the US uses email as a form of communication. 

Having an email address opens you up to the wide world of the internet. Of course, you don’t need an email address to use the internet. If you’re looking to open up accounts or join features of a website, an email address is typically the bare minimum requirement you have to provide.

In a lot of ways, an email address is like having a PO Box. This is a place to send and receive mail without giving away exactly who you are or where you live. Even though email addresses add a layer of anonymity to your online presence, the fact that they’re tied to so many accounts [...]

You’ve just discovered that someone has gained access to your webcam. For many of us, this could certain doom if that media is shared with the world to see. What if your family members see it? Or your friends or colleagues. Or worse yet, the pastor of your church?

These possibilities are all too real when you’re the victim of webcam blackmail. And you might be thinking, what choice do I have? I must give in to their demands to ensure my privacy. 

Unfortunately, such thinking is a fallacy, for you really have no guarantee the scammers won’t spread your images and videos. No, you have to take action so that you are the one in control.