Cyberstalking and Harassment

Cyberstalking, cyberbullying, and online harassment are getting increasing attention in the media. As society becomes ever more wired, conduct online becomes more important. With many people using social media to interact with others, dating sites to find that special someone, and online discussion boards to talk, inappropriate behavior online becomes more noticeable. Some would say that bad behavior is becoming more common online. People feel more comfortable ranting at a faceless name on a screen than at a real person. But where does rudeness cross the line into stalking or harassment? Surely not every rude word on the Internet constitutes a crime.

Cyberstalking or harassment is using electronic communications ...

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