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Subject: Plans to prosecute 'trolls' who use fake online profiles

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/16 at 5:36 am

Lawyers will be advised to prosecute "trolls" who use fake online profiles to harass others, under guidelines being proposed in England and Wales.

The Crown Prosecution Service says adults should be charged if, for example, they make a profile in the name of a victim with fake information which could damage their reputation.

The guidelines also include advice on new crimes such as revenge pornography.

The CPS guidelines advise prosecutors on how to interpret existing laws.

A six-week consultation on the proposed changes has now started.

Full report: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-35712772

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