California · Penal Code
PEN §14029.5: (a) (1) No person or private entity shall post on the Internet the home address, the telephone number, or personal identifying information that discloses the location of any witness or witness’ family
What this law says, in plain English
It is illegal to post online the home address, phone number, or location information of a witness in the Witness Relocation and Assistance Program with intent that someone imminently use it to commit violence. Violations are misdemeanors with enhanced penalties if bodily injury results.
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