Bill > S971

This bill amends the General Laws of Massachusetts to create a new civil cause of action for the "malicious doxing" of personal information. It defines key terms like "disseminate," "personal information," and "harassment" and "stalking." The bill allows a plaintiff to bring a civil lawsuit if they can show the defendant knowingly shared their personal information with the malicious intent to cause harassment, stalking, death, or bodily injury. Successful plaintiffs can recover damages, attorney's fees, and other relief. The bill also provides some exemptions, such as for reporting unlawful conduct or exercising free speech rights. The new law would apply to conduct occurring on or after the effective date of the act.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S971