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SC S0786
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lawrence Grooms
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AI Summary
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Creates a new felony offense for "doxing of a minor," defined as intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly disclosing personal identifying information of a minor that directly or indirectly causes stalking, harassment, physical harm, serious property damage, or reasonable fear for physical safety
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Protected personal information includes biometric data, home addresses, phone numbers, school information, social security numbers, financial records, medical records, and non-public photographs or videos
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Penalties include a fine up to $5,000, imprisonment up to 5 years, or both
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Allows minors to bring civil lawsuits for injunctive relief, actual damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, plus attorney's fees and costs
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Defines "close relations" broadly to include family members, household residents, and pets, extending protections when harm or threats target these individuals
Legislative Description
Prohibit Doxing of a Minor
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
1/13/2026