Contacting Without Consent Legal

Summary

Contacting someone using their personal contact information found online is not inherently illegal in Kentucky. However, if the contact is unwanted and persistent, it may be considered harassment or stalking, which are serious offenses. If the person feels threatened, legal action can be taken.

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James
Hi James! What specific legal issue are you facing?
I live in louisville ky
Hi James! I see you're from Louisville. Could you please share a bit more about the legal issue you're dealing with? This will help me provide you with more accurate information.
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 is generally not a crime to look up someone's contact information online and contact them without their consent, as long as you aren't engaging in harassment or other illegal activities. However, if the person feels threatened or harassed, they can take legal action.
- Harassment: Repeated unwanted contact can be considered harassment.
- Stalking: Persistent unwanted attention that causes fear can be classified as stalking.
Do you have concerns about a specific situation?
Even if it's their personal one?
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Hi James! Generally, even if it's someone's personal contact information, it can still be problematic if the person feels harassed or threatened. Kentucky law takes harassment and stalking seriously, regardless of how the contact information was obtained. Do you have concerns about a specific situation or incident?
Is that illegal?
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Hi James! As mentioned, contacting someone without their consent can lead to legal issues if it amounts to harassment or stalking, which are taken seriously in Kentucky. If the person feels harassed or threatened, it can become a legal matter. Are you concerned about a specific incident?