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At the present there is no federal law regarding cyberbullying. The Megan Meier Cyberbullying Prevention Act is pending in Congress and can be viewed on www.govtrack.us. This cite will send you emails when any action is taken on any bill.
At least a dozen states have passed legislation specifically dealing with cyberbullying. The best way to research this is to Google the name of your state and the word "cyberbullying" for details.
You could also look at "Teen Cyberbullying Investigated" published in January, 2010. Endorsed by Dr. Phil on April 8, 2010, this book includesthe states with current laws.
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What are some topics on bullying?
there's Physical bullying, mental bullying and cyber bullying
Is cyber bullying illegal in Washington state?
Yes, a cyber bullying law was passed in Washington state in 2008. It states than any bullying, whether written, verbal, or electronic, is a crime.
Why was cyber bulling not fair?
Bullying is bullying, whether cyber or not. And bullying is NEVER nice.
Which websites help with cyber bullying?
Any anti-bullying website will help with cyber bullying.
Is cyber-bullying illegal in every state?
No cyber-bullying is not illegal in every US state and there is no federal law against it. It will be difficult to enforce such laws because they are likely to violate the First Amendment.
How many people are affected by cyber bullying?
There are millions of children affected by cyber bullying. Almost every child who has access to the internet is subject to cyber bullying.
Cyber-bullying questions and answers?
Any links to questions or answers with cyber-bullying in them?
Why is cyber-bullying worst than bullying?
Cyber bullying is no worse than any other form of bullying - it is all very, very bad!
What type of bullying is the highest?
cyber bullying
Are you a cyber-bullying?
no
To what extent is cyber bullying?
cyber bullying is basically just "bullying" someone by spreading rumours about them over the Internet, or chatting to them on-line and abusing them.
How has bullying and cyberbullying changed over time?
Before the invention of the Internet, cyber bullying was non-existent. Overtime, the viciousness of attacks has increased. Physical bullying and emotional torment from bullying and cyber bullying has also increased. The rates of bullying and cyber bullying have increased. In relation to cyber bullying, the rate of it has increased due to the anonymity of users and the decrease in victims reporting it. In relation to bullying, the rate of it has increased due to the decrease of victims reporting it.
