Combating Cyberbullying

Mini Lesson 4:

Legal Consequences and Reporting

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Key Points:

  • While no federal laws directly target cyberbullying, most U.S. states have enacted legislation to address the issue, with varying levels of enforcement. 

  • Connecticut has expanded its anti-bullying policies through Public Acts 2-119 and 11-232. 

  • Currently, 45 states have laws against cyberbullying, highlighting the growing recognition of its serious consequences.

  •  A small but significant percentage of teens know someone who has faced legal consequences for cyberbullying.

  • Laws highlight the sense of consequence which can prevent the abuse.