Missouri Gov. Blunt Signs Bill Outlawing Cyberbullying

**Jason** · 03-05-2009, 07:31 AM

WASHINGTON--

Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt signed a bill Monday outlawing cyberbullying, just miles from where a 13-year-old girl committed suicide nearly two years ago after being harassed on the Internet.

The bill updates state laws against harassment by removing the requirement that the communication be written or over the telephone. Supporters say the bill now covers harassment from computers, text messages and other electronic devices.

"Social networking sites and technology have opened a new door for criminals and bullies to prey on their victims, especially children," Blunt said. "This new law will ensure that we have the protections and penalties needed to safeguard Missourians from Internet harassment."

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2008...cyberbullying/

**sobeit** · 03-06-2009, 07:29 PM

I also wonder how long it will be before big buisness in missouri will use this law to stop consumers from giving them poor reviews.

lolarobot · 03-06-2009, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Jason

WASHINGTON--

Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt signed a bill Monday outlawing cyberbullying, just miles from where a 13-year-old girl committed suicide nearly two years ago after being harassed on the Internet.

The bill updates state laws against harassment by removing the requirement that the communication be written or over the telephone. Supporters say the bill now covers harassment from computers, text messages and other electronic devices.

"Social networking sites and technology have opened a new door for criminals and bullies to prey on their victims, especially children," Blunt said. "This new law will ensure that we have the protections and penalties needed to safeguard Missourians from Internet harassment."

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2008...cyberbullying/

What is an example of cyberbullying? Is this threatening someone with physical harm or having online sex with underage girls and threatening them with aggression? I am confused. Or, is this name-calling?

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