MA S1252

Creates a civil cause of action for doxing, defined as knowingly disclosing personal identifying information without consent with intent to cause stalking, physical harm, serious property damage, or reasonable fear for physical safety

Protected personal information includes biometric data, home/work addresses, phone numbers, Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and medical/education/employment records when combined with identifying details like name or photograph

Victims may seek injunctive relief, special and general damages, plus attorneys' fees; plaintiffs must prove doxing by preponderance of evidence

Up to treble damages available when doxing is motivated by victim's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics

Exemptions include reporting unlawful conduct, reporting crimes to law enforcement, exposing abuse of authority by public officials, and constitutionally protected speech on matters of public concern