Legal Implications Of Doxxing

Summary

Exposing someones personal contact information without permission in Kentucky is not inherently illegal. However, it can become illegal if it invades privacy, causes harm, or leads to harassment or stalking. Sharing such information on social media can also be illegal under these circumstances. Always consider privacy and ethical implications before sharing personal information.

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I live in louisville ky
Hi ****, thanks for sharing your location. How can I assist you with your legal issue today? Can you provide more details about the situation you are facing?
Is it a crime to look up someone's personal contact info online and immediately contact them without their permission
Hi ****,
In Kentucky, it generally isn't considered a crime to look up someone's contact information online and contact them. However:
- If the contact is harassing or threatening, it could be considered harassment or stalking.
- Repeated unwanted contact can lead to legal action.
If you need further assistance, please let me know!
Even without their permission
Hi ****,
Even without their permission, contacting someone isn't a crime in Kentucky. However:
- Harassing or threatening them can be considered harassment or stalking.
- Repeated unwanted contact could lead to legal action.
Please let me know if you need more information!
So it's legal but unethical
Hi ****,
Yes, it can be considered legal but unethical to contact someone without their permission. While it may not constitute a crime, it’s important to respect others' privacy and boundaries to avoid potential legal issues like harassment or stalking.
Is there a specific situation you're dealing with that you need more information about?
Is it illegal to expose it?
Hi ****,
Could you please clarify what you mean by "expose it"? Are you referring to sharing someone's personal contact information publicly or another context? This will help me provide you with accurate information.
Expose someone's personal contact info to the world without their permission?
Hi ****,
In Kentucky, exposing someone's personal contact information to the world without their permission can be considered illegal under certain circumstances, particularly if it:
- Invades their privacy.
- Causes harm or distress.
- Leads to harassment or stalking.
If you need more details, feel free to ask!
Is it inherently illegal
Hi ****,
In Kentucky, exposing someone's personal contact information without their permission is not inherently illegal. However, it could become illegal if it:
- Invades their privacy.
- Causes harm or distress.
- Leads to harassment or stalking.
Is there a specific scenario you need more information on?
So not always illegal
Hi ****,
That's correct. Exposing someone's personal contact information in Kentucky is not always illegal, but it can become illegal if it:
- Invades their privacy.
- Causes harm or distress.
- Leads to harassment or stalking.
Is there a specific situation you're concerned about?
Like what about on social media without their permission?
Hi ****,
Exposing someone's personal contact information on social media without their permission in Kentucky can be illegal if it:
- Invades their privacy.
- Causes harm or distress.
- Leads to harassment or stalking.
Is there a specific situation you need more information on?