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SC S0786

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lawrence Grooms

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • Penalties include a fine up to $5,000, imprisonment up to 5 years, or both

  • Allows minors to bring civil lawsuits for injunctive relief, actual damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, plus attorney's fees and costs

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

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