No. Doxxing—publicly revealing someone’s private information with intent to harass or harm—violates Tennessee’s harassment and stalking statutes, particularly under Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-17-308 (aggravated stalking) and § 39-14-202 (harassment). Local prosecutors in Davidson County have aggressively pursued cases under these laws, with a 2025 Nashville ordinance further criminalizing doxxing tied to public officials. Violations may result in Class A misdemeanors or felony charges if intent to incite violence is proven.
Key Regulations for Doxxing in Tennessee
- Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-17-308 (Aggravated Stalking): Prohibits knowingly placing a person in reasonable fear of bodily harm through repeated harassment, including the dissemination of private information. Penalties escalate to Class E felonies if the victim is a public servant or minor.
- Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-14-202 (Harassment): Criminalizes knowingly communicating with another person in a manner likely to cause alarm or distress, including the disclosure of personal data. First offenses are Class B misdemeanors; repeat violations may be elevated to felonies.
- Nashville Municipal Code § 12.20.010 (2025 Amendment): Bans doxxing of city employees or contractors with the intent to intimidate or retaliate, imposing fines up to $2,500 per violation. The Metro Human Relations Commission enforces this provision, collaborating with the DA’s office for prosecutions.