Forte, FYI
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Forte, FYI
| Sat, 10-23-2004 - 7:50pm |
You mentioned that you're living in Florida, I don't know if this is true, but most states have similar laws.
I know you don't think of what you are doing as a crime, but FYI, here is Florida's law:
I know you don't think of what you are doing as a crime, but FYI, here is Florida's law:
H479 passed; approved by Governor Jeb Bush on 5/21/03; effective 10/01/2003
Relating to the offense of stalking
Offense of Stalking; defines term "cyberstalk" to mean communication by means of electronic mail or electronic communication which causes substantial emotional distress & does not serve legitimate purpose; includes within offenses of stalking & aggravated stalking willful, malicious, & repeated cyberstalking of another person; provides penalties, etc. Amends 784.048; reenacts 775.084(1)(d), 790.065(2)(c), 921.0022(3)(f),(g), 960.001(1)(b).
I'd say your posts cause distress and don't serve a legitimate purpose. They're definitely repeated, willful and malicious. I'd tread more softly if I were you.
Erin


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I think iVillage has been dragging it's heels due to liability issues, and need a particular amount of proof before action is taken.
It's a law thing.
Bump....and just in case anyone is interested, here is a copy of the 1999 Cyberstalking report by the government for law enforcement.
Fear