From the US and I doxxed someone who lives in Australia. Am I in trouble?

Question

So there was this dude, who runs a facebook group based out of Australia. He was bothering me and many people I know and making verbally abusive and demeaning remarks towards them.

So i found out where he lives (and it's in Australia). And just posted a google earth image of his front door. That was it. And told him that every time he made remarks like that then I would forward his information to those he attacks.

He then went and filed an iC3 complaint with the FBI about it.

First off, I haven't forwarded any official word by word info of his yet. And second, what jurisdiction would I be under in this case? Because this is a person outside the country we're talking about here!!

Lone Cat · Accepted Answer

You threatened him.  That's illegal.

Since the FBI is busy, they'll probably just give you a warning.

Tarkarri · Answer

You could actually be charged under the anti- stalking laws we have in Australia.

Raisin · Answer

The local police came and knocked on my door. I didn't answer it. They left their stupid card.  This was about a week ago and they haven't been back since.  Praise the Lord we live in a country where you don't have to talk to the police without a warrant.

STEVEN F · Answer

You are subject to US laws on the issue. You are also a LIAR. If you actually knew HOW to dox someone, the LAST thing you would do is ask this question.

? · Answer

Doxxing someone can get both them and their family killed.  So, you'll have to lawyer-up and face the consequences for endangering lives.

? · Answer

What you did is called blackmail and it is a crime.
You would not like it if he were to send out your address to the people you may upset on Facebook.
It is an invasion of privacy and there is a real possibility that you could or would be prosecuted.

From the US and I doxxed someone who lives in Australia. Am I in trouble?

6 Answers