No. Doxxing—publicly revealing someone’s private information with intent to harass or harm—violates multiple Florida statutes, including §775.083(1)(a) (aggravated stalking) and §815.06 (computer crimes). Local ordinances, such as Miami-Dade’s Prohibition Against Doxxing (2024), further criminalize the act, with penalties escalating under 2026 amendments to the Florida Criminal Code.
Key Regulations for Doxxing in Florida
- §784.048(4)(a), Fla. Stat. (2023): Prohibits cyberstalking, defined as willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly transmitting electronic communications to harass or place another in reasonable fear of bodily harm. Doxxing often satisfies this threshold by exposing targets to credible threats.
- §775.083(1)(a), Fla. Stat. (2025): Classifies aggravated stalking as a third-degree felony when a defendant’s conduct includes publishing private information to incite violence or severe emotional distress. Courts have applied this to doxxing campaigns targeting public officials.
- Local Ordinances (e.g., Miami-Dade County Code §11A-16): Impose civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation for doxxing, enforceable by the Miami-Dade Commission on Human Rights. Other counties, including Broward and Palm Beach, are considering parallel measures under 2026 legislative sessions.
Enforcement Nuances: Prosecutors may pursue charges under §815.06 (computer fraud) if doxxing involves unauthorized access to databases (e.g., DMV records). The Florida Attorney General’s 2025 Cyber Harassment Task Force prioritizes doxxing cases involving minors or vulnerable populations, mandating mandatory restitution for emotional damages. Always consult local law enforcement or the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Cyber Crimes Unit for case-specific guidance.