Bill > S1116

This bill establishes a right to freedom from doxing, which is defined as the knowing disclosure of personal identifying information of a person without their consent, with the intent to cause stalking, physical harm, or serious property damage, or to cause the person to reasonably fear for the physical safety of themselves or a close relation. The bill amends existing laws to include doxing as a form of threat, and creates a new civil cause of action for doxing, allowing victims to seek injunctive relief, damages, and attorney's fees. The bill also provides for treble damages if the doxing was motivated by the victim's race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental health condition, or disability. The bill includes exceptions for lawful activities such as reporting unlawful conduct or matters of public concern.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1116