No, doxxing—publishing someone’s private information with intent to harass or threaten—is illegal in Texas under multiple statutes, including Penal Code §42.07 (harassment) and Civil Practice & Remedies Code §143.001 (unlawful disclosure of intimate images). Local DA offices, like Dallas County’s Cyber Crimes Unit, actively prosecute cases under 2025-2026 cyberstalking directives.
Key Regulations for Doxxing in Texas
- Penal Code §42.07(a)(7): Prohibits electronically transmitting private residence addresses or phone numbers with intent to harass, punishable as a Class B misdemeanor (upgradable to felony if threats occur).
- Civil Practice & Remedies Code §143.001: Allows civil suits for damages against individuals who disclose intimate images without consent, with statutory penalties up to $10,000 per violation.
- Texas Cybersecurity Act (2026 Amendments): Mandates platforms report doxxing incidents to the Texas Attorney General’s Cyber Crimes Division within 72 hours of discovery, imposing fines for non-compliance.