Online Harassment Legal Guidance

Summary

Posting a video of someone harassing you online can escalate the situation. In Washington, cyberstalking laws (RCW 9.61.260) make it illegal to use electronic communication to harass or intimidate. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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James is my name
Nice to meet you, James. Could you please describe the legal issue you're facing?
I have Been being harassed by a person online and have a video of them in by drive way on a camera attacking someone can I get intruble for posting it and tagging them in it
What is your location, James? Laws regarding online harassment and privacy vary by location.
min yakima valley Washington state
What is the nature of the harassment you're experiencing? In Washington state, online harassment can be considered a crime under the Cyberstalking law (RCW *.*.*).
online posts about me but could I post this video of them that was on my driveway
What is the content of the online posts about you? In Washington, it's illegal to use electronic communication to harass or intimidate. Posting a video could potentially escalate the situation.