ME LD537

Prohibits the intentional, knowing, or reckless disclosure of personal identifying information of minors when such disclosure causes stalking, physical harm, serious property damage, or reasonable fear for physical safety

Defines "minor" as persons under 18 or those 18+ who are still enrolled in a Maine public or private secondary school

Protected personal information includes biometric data, home address, phone numbers, school/employer details, Social Security numbers, medical/financial records, and non-public photographs

Authorizes civil lawsuits by victims seeking injunctive relief, actual damages, compensatory damages, and attorney's fees; punitive damages available when doxing was committed with malice or motivated by protected characteristics

Provides defenses for reporting unlawful conduct to law enforcement, reporting misconduct by public officials, or engaging in constitutionally protected speech on matters of public concern