Bill > HB106

This bill amends existing law to further define and penalize the crime of doxing, which involves intentionally publishing someone's personal identifying information online with the intent that others will use it to harass or harm them. Personal identifying information is broadly defined to include home addresses, details about a victim's children and their schools, or any other information that could lead to harassment, threats, or harm. The bill specifically addresses doxing of law enforcement officers, firefighters, or public servants, making it a crime if their information is published with the intent to harass, harm, or impede their official duties, and if they are actually affected. Penalties are increased, with a first offense of doxing a private citizen being a Class A misdemeanor, and subsequent offenses a Class C felony. Doxing a public servant, law enforcement officer, or firefighter carries more severe penalties, with a first offense being a Class C felony and subsequent offenses a Class B felony. The bill also clarifies that it does not limit political speech or the publication of public officials' contact information for lobbying purposes.

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