Communications Decency Act (CDA): Federal law that provides immunity for online service providers from third-party content while addressing indecent content online
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Federal law that criminalizes unauthorized access to computers and networks, relevant for certain types of online harassment
Interstate Communications Act: 18 U.S.C. �� 875 - Prohibits transmission of threats or harassing communications across state lines
Federal Stalking Statute: 18 U.S.C. �� 2261A - Addresses cyberstalking and online harassment patterns that cause substantial emotional distress
Telecommunications Act: Comprehensive law governing telecommunications and broadcasting, including provisions relevant to online communications
State Cyberstalking Laws: State-specific legislation addressing cyberstalking and cyber harassment, varying by jurisdiction
Electronic Communications Privacy Act: Federal law protecting electronic communications from unauthorized interception or access
Stored Communications Act: Part of ECPA that provides privacy protection for electronic communications stored by service providers
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: Common law tort applicable to severe emotional distress caused by extreme and outrageous conduct online
Defamation Law: Legal framework covering libel and slander, applicable to false statements made online that damage reputation
First Amendment Considerations: Constitutional protections for free speech that must be balanced against harassment claims
Criminal Threats Statutes: Laws addressing criminal threats made through electronic communications
Jurisdictional Requirements: Legal considerations regarding court jurisdiction over interstate or international online communications
Platform Terms of Service: Relevant platform-specific rules and regulations that may provide additional grounds for cease and desist
Documentation Requirements: Legal standards for preserving and presenting evidence of online harassment
