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In Kentucky, looking up and contacting someone without their consent is not illegal. However, if the contact is persistent, unwanted, and causes distress, it may be considered harassment or stalking, which are criminal offenses. If you believe your actions may have caused distress, it is advisable to seek legal advice.Full Conversation
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I live in louisville ky
Hi James! How can I assist you with your legal issue today? Can you provide more details about your situation?
Is it a crime to look up someone's personal contact info online and immediately contact them without their consent?
Hi James! In Kentucky, it's generally not a crime to look up someone's contact information online and contact them. However, if the contact is harassing, threatening, or intended to intimidate, it could be considered stalking or harassment, which are criminal offenses.
Even without consent?
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If the contact is persistent, unwanted, and causes the person distress, it could be considered harassment or stalking under Kentucky law.
Do you believe the contact you received may fall into these categories?
Is that illegal if I looked up and contacted without consent?
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In Kentucky, simply looking up and contacting someone without their consent is not illegal. However, actions can cross into harassment or stalking if the contact is unwanted, persistent, and causes distress.
Do you believe your actions may have caused distress or were persistent and unwanted?
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