Using the internet to “intimidate” or threaten someone is a felony in US Law on two levels. The threat of bodily harm and the use of internet. Depending on context.
Felony Intimidation is defined as “If you do this to upset me I will cause you or your family physical harm”, internet or not.
Same thing with defamation, depending on state law.
I.E. Knowingly falsely claiming someone is a Sexual Predator in public view is a crime. Online Defamation.
To show up can trigger several charges, most felonies.
Stalking
Criminal Trespass
Felony Intimidation
Use of the Internet to commit Stalking
Use of the Internet to commit Felony Intimidation
Causing of physical harm
Some states, Crossing state lines (interstate) to commit a crime
Internet includes games and forums.
They are going to jail and it will be very costly.
In some states, If you strike them first you may be open to charges as well.
Depends on fed and state laws, arresting officer and prosecutor.
Laws have changed. Its not 10-20 yrs ago. Be careful how you use the internet. Online game is internet and included.
Even the owner of the source can come under fire for suits, especially in a death . This is where Mods come into play. No mods can open legal doors.
