Criminal lawyer Han Yang.

Letters from readers: I am a female worker in a company. Half a month ago, the company issued a colorful leaflet for all employees. When I received it, I found that the cover was a photo of me in front of the company. This photo was taken by my colleague on impulse before going to work. Because the company didn't ask my permission before using it, I raised an objection. However, the company believes that it is not for profit, the printing quantity is small, and it is only for internal use, which does not constitute an infringement of portrait rights. Excuse me: Is the company's statement correct? Lawyer's reply: At present, the infringement of portrait rights in China is limited to "for profit, using its portrait in advertisements, trademarks, window decoration, etc. Without the consent of citizens. " "In the act of using portraits of others for non-profit purposes without my consent, only the act of shielding illegal reasons is legal." Such as news reports and "wanted orders" issued by public security organs to arrest criminal suspects. In this case, I personally think that even if the company does not aim at profit, it is not an act to prevent illegal reasons. Therefore, it is definitely illegal for the company to use the portrait of female employees without permission. The infringed female worker has the right to demand to stop the infringement, restore her reputation, eliminate the influence, make an apology, and demand compensation for the losses. Lawyer who answered this question: Han Yang from Jiangsu Jinrong Hengshun Law Firm.