Online Contacting Legalities Kentucky

Summary

In Kentucky, it is not explicitly illegal to look up and contact someone without their permission. However, if the contact becomes persistent, unwanted, or harassing, it may be considered stalking or harassment, which is illegal. Using personal information to harass, stalk, or intimidate someone can result in legal consequences.

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James
Hi James,
Could you please provide me with more details about your legal issue? Additionally, it would be helpful to know your location so I can provide the most accurate information.
Thanks!
I live in Louisville ky
Hi James,
Could you please provide more details about your legal issue so I can offer the appropriate information for your situation?
Thank you!
Is it illegal to look up someone’s personal contact info online without permission and immediately contact them?
Hi James,
In Kentucky, it is not explicitly illegal to look up someone's personal contact information online. However, using that information to harass, stalk, or intimidate someone could be considered illegal and may result in legal consequences.
Would you like more detailed information on related laws?
But is it illegal to contact without permission?
Hi James,
In Kentucky, it is not explicitly illegal to contact someone without their permission. However, if the contact becomes persistent, unwanted, or harassing, it may be considered stalking or harassment, which is illegal.
Would you like more information on harassment or stalking laws in Kentucky?
So it’s legal to look up and contact someone without permission?
Hi James,
In Kentucky, while it is not explicitly illegal to look up and contact someone without their permission, using the information to harass, stalk, or intimidate someone is illegal. Persistent, unwanted contact may be considered harassment or stalking.
Would you like more information on harassment or stalking laws in Kentucky?