Bill > H1707

This bill creates a new civil cause of action for "malicious doxing of personal information". It allows individuals to sue someone who knowingly and maliciously disseminates their personal information (such as home address, phone number, email) with the intent to cause harassment, stalking, death, or bodily injury. Plaintiffs who prevail can recover actual damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees. The bill provides some exceptions, such as for reporting unlawful conduct or exercising free speech rights. It also clarifies that certain service providers (like internet or telecom companies) are not liable if they are just providing the platform for the content, which was provided by another person.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1707