Prohibits the disclosure and publication of the home address or unpublished home telephone number of any active or retired judge or prosecutor.
Summary
Bill A03841 seeks to amend the public officers law, penal law, and civil rights law to prohibit the disclosure and publication of the home addresses and unpublished home telephone numbers of active and retired judges and prosecutors in New York. The bill introduces new legal provisions that classify unlawful disclosure as a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the intent behind the disclosure. It also allows affected judges and prosecutors to pursue civil actions against violators, with potential for damages and attorney's fees.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will significantly enhance the privacy protections for judges and prosecutors in New York, making it illegal to disclose their personal information under specific circumstances. This change will amend existing laws to provide stronger penalties for violations, thereby potentially reducing the risks of harassment or harm to these public officials and their families.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A03841 appears to be supportive among its sponsors and those advocating for the protection of public officials. However, there may be concerns regarding the implications for public transparency and accountability, particularly among those who believe that such protections could hinder the public's right to know about the officials serving them.
Contention
Notable points of contention may arise from the balance between protecting the personal safety of judges and prosecutors and maintaining public access to information about public officials. Critics may argue that overly broad protections could limit transparency and accountability, while supporters emphasize the need for safety in light of increasing threats against judicial and prosecutorial figures.
Prohibits the disclosure of the home address, personal telephone numbers, personal email addresses or personal social media handles of any active or former New York state, New York city or local municipal emergency first responder, a judge of any court of law of this state, or a New York state, county or municipal prosecutor or the spouse or child thereof; relates to criminal penalties; permits civil action.
Prohibits the disclosure of the home address, personal telephone numbers, personal email addresses or personal social media handles of any active or former New York state, New York city or local municipal emergency first responder, a judge of any court of law of this state, or a New York state, county or municipal prosecutor or the spouse or child thereof; relates to criminal penalties; permits civil action.
Makes publishing on Internet home address or unpublished telephone number of judges, prosecutors and certain court personnel a crime of the fourth degree under certain circumstances.
Makes publishing on Internet home address or unpublished telephone number of judges, prosecutors and certain court personnel a crime of the fourth degree under certain circumstances.
Prohibits the disclosure of the home address, personal telephone numbers, personal email addresses or personal social media handles of any active or former New York state, New York city or local municipal emergency first responder, a judge of any court of law of this state, or a New York state, county or municipal prosecutor or the spouse or child thereof; relates to criminal penalties; permits civil action.
Prohibits the disclosure of the home address, personal telephone numbers, personal email addresses or personal social media handles of any active or former New York state, New York city or local municipal emergency first responder, a judge of any court of law of this state, or a New York state, county or municipal prosecutor or the spouse or child thereof; relates to criminal penalties; permits civil action.
Enhances penalties for threats against certain public servants, establishes crime of doxxing, and enhances penalties for improper use of personal identifying information.
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