The New Year starts off with some hope for American DJ/producer Diplo on his alleged revenge porn case. A federal judge in Los Angeles has mandated that an accuser, currently identified as “Jane Doe,” must reveal her identity if she wishes to pursue her civil lawsuit against Diplo.
Revenge Porn Case
On December 31, Judge Mónica Ramírez Almadani ruled that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate a legal need to maintain her anonymity. This left her with no choice but to disclose her name. The woman asserts that she engaged in a consensual sexual relationship with Diplo from 2016 to 2023. During this time she permitted him to record their encounters. However, she later accused him of sharing these recordings on Snapchat without her consent. Diplo vehemently denies the allegations, arguing his ability to confront his accuser is severely compromised without knowing her identity. His legal team maintains that transparency in such cases is crucial for justice.
According to Billboard, Judge Almadani emphasized that anonymity is only justified in “clear-cut, high-risk situations.” She expresses doubt that the claims against Diplo falls within that category, stating: “While the court understands that the plaintiff’s allegations are deeply personal and may invite public scrutiny, the need for anonymity must be substantiated. The overarching principle of open judicial proceedings must prevail.”
In light of this ruling, the accuser’s attorneys expressed concern to Billboard. Stating: “The imbalance of power in these situations is alarming and should not be overlooked by the public or the courts. In today’s digital landscape, forcing a survivor to disclose their identity risks an irreversible connection between them and their trauma.”
This ruling serves as a significant win for Team Diplo. The DJ has categorically denied the allegations outlined in the lawsuit. This is asserting the necessity for his accuser to reveal her identity. His legal team emphasized in court documents that without knowing who is making the accusations, Diplo is unable to properly confront the claims against him. Stay tuned to EDMTunes for more updates on the Diplo revenge porn case.