

Could sending an emoji land you in legal trouble?
Aug 8, 2023
This podcast explores the legal consequences of using emojis in communication, covering topics such as securities fraud, defamation, harassment, and threatening violence. It discusses specific cases where emojis have had legal implications, including forming a binding contract and being evidence of threats or defamation. The podcast highlights the ambiguity of emoji meanings and advises caution in using them.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Binding Power of Text Messages and Emojis
01:47 • 11min
Legal Consequences of Using Emojis in Securities Fraud
12:55 • 2min
Legal Implications of Emojis in Threatening Messages
14:31 • 6min
Defamation Case and the Zipped Lips Emoji
20:03 • 5min
Legal Implications of Using Emojis
24:56 • 3min