Bill > H923

This bill establishes a process for certain judicial personnel to request the removal of their personal identifying information from public websites, online databases, and geographical information systems maintained by state, county, and city agencies. The bill defines "judicial official" broadly to include magistrates, judges, district attorneys, public defenders, United States attorneys, federal judges, and other legal professionals. Personal identifying information that can be removed includes residential addresses, phone numbers, birth and marriage certificates, and other specific identifying details (excluding the individual's name). Public agencies must develop a confidential process for these requests and are required to remove the specified information upon receiving a valid request. The removed information remains a public record but will not be available online unless the judicial official provides a written revocation. The bill also provides immunity to public agencies and their personnel for good-faith implementation of these removal requests. Agencies that provide online access to public records must comply with these new removal requirements, and the law will take effect on January 1, 2027, giving agencies time to develop the necessary processes and systems.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H923