text: i'm creating a website and i want to know if i post pictures on the net w/o consent what can happen? meaning that, can i be sued for placing pictures on the net without the person giving permission?  the pictures don't show the faces of the people so they wouldn't have any proof that it's them in the picture.  please if you're not a lawyer or/and have somekind of background in law, don't answer. it is likely that someone may be able to prove that the picture taken is of him/her and that may open you to legal liability esp. if the pictures give rise to a monetary benefit for you.  there are certain websites where you can buy (or even download for free) stock photos....i would look into that first before using any personal pictures.