Posts Tagged ‘digital rights’
Caution: 3 ways Snapchat images can be saved & shared
What is Snapchat? Surely, you know by now what Snapchat is, but in case you’ve been on an extended vacation in a far away place……Snapchat is the latest photo sharing application gaining tons of downloads and traction by allowing teens and other users to snap …
7 things to know about cell phones at school
Cell Phones at School We have received hundreds and possibly thousands of questions from teens and parents about students’ rights concerning cell phones at school. We highlight some of the top questions below and Judge Tom’s response. Please share your story, thoughts on this issue or …
Fines for harrassing teachers online
House Bill 1364 has been introduced into the Indiana Legislature in 2013. If passed, the new law will allow for legal action against students and their parents who go online and harass school employees. Fines up to $1,000.00 are possible. Unlike the law passed in …
Top new laws for teens & parents 2013
Every year, hundreds of new laws go into effect across the country. We highlight some of the new laws for teens and parents to know about in 2013. Some of the laws are specifically for teenagers or parents and some are for everyone, but may …
Canadian sentenced for Twitter harassment
In 2011, Jean-Francois Champagne used Twitter to harass celebrities, a hockey player and others. The 21-year-old pleaded guilty to criminal harassment and uttering threats. While awaiting sentencing he was ordered off social media and prohibited from contacting his victims. His compliance with the court’s release …
Tweet turns into two year jail term
As you know, people in many countries live under strict laws without freedom of speech as we enjoy in the United States. A perfect example happened recently in Kuwait. 26-year-old Rashid Saleh al-Anzi is a known social activist who has thousands of Twitter followers. Apparently …
