5 Internet & Social Media Laws for Student Athletes

I have personally witnessed the damage that young people have done to themselves and their young athletic careers not knowing the specific laws around the use of their phones and social media. We, as the adults in their lives, must have uncomfortable conversations to break down complex issues that they need to understand. The legal system, intimate images, and information sharing must be addressed before something bad happens. Ignorance is NOT bliss.

Here are five specific points you can use when talking to student-athletes and all teenagers about the potential trouble they could face with their smartphones and social media:

1. "Sexting can lead to serious legal trouble—even if it's consensual."

2. "Once you post something online, it's out there forever."

3. "Cyberbullying can result in criminal charges."

4. "Be careful who you talk to online—strangers aren't always who they say they are."

5. "Sharing intimate photos without consent can ruin lives—and it's illegal."

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If you have a student-athlete or know one, grab a guide to help them with their social media, personal branding, and self-promotion to get them to the next level. If they are trying to land a scholarship, NIL deals, or brand collaborations, check this out: The Ultimate Playbook: Public Relations and Media Relations for Student-Athletes and Parents

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