It is imperative that legislation is used carefully so it does not impinge on citizen’s rights. However, Ruby’s experience and her decision to make public the violation she experienced paved the way for the immediate passage of the Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act which prohibits and penalizes the recording of private acts, as well as the distribution or exhibition of such recordings without the consent of the person involved. Martha in a sense is luckier than Ruby because the landmark legislation was already in effect when her compromising photos were posted online without her consent. This law was invoked by her legal counsel and as a result, the images were taken down. Laws, however, do not always prove to be effective deterrents in the commission of crimes. Even after the passage of the Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act, several more cases similar to those of Ruby and Martha were reported in media. The anonymity that the Internet provides emboldens malicious citizens to commit damaging acts without fear of discovery in spite of laws. This means a lot more advocacy and education are needed to address issues of violence and rights abuses through technology. Existing laws, such as the Anti-violence against women and children act and the anti-trafficking in persons act, mandate the provision of government services to support and protect women and children who are victims of violence and human trafficking. These include the provision of free shelter, counseling, and free legal support service. These important support measures are largely unknown to the public so there is need to inform people that they exist. Something should also be said and done about the length of time to get justice through the legal system. It is no wonder that even lawyers advise their clients to settle cases out of court, especially civil ones, in order to get some relief from the cases. In terms of corporate responsibility, legal frameworks may also have limited impact. In spite of the laws, service providers claim no legal liability for any illegal or criminal activities committed using their services or facilities. They also have no obligation to monitor or pre-screen how their services are used or what materials and content are coursed through their facilities. However, there is also the contention that actions, such as monitoring and pre-screening, will inadvertently violate rights to privacy and freedom of expression of innocent users. 14 <End Violence: Women’s Rights and Safety Online>