The bill amends Section 11-52-4.2 of the General Laws in Chapter 11-52, titled "Computer Crime," to prohibit cyberstalking and cyberharassment. The new legal language clarifies that it is unnecessary to prove that a person's transmission of electronic communications was for the sole purpose of harassment in order to be found guilty of cyberstalking or cyberharassment. This change aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding cyber harassment and provide better protection for victims. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
294: 11-52-4.2