The civil and criminal liability of doxxing

Abstract

This article aims to investigate the dimensions of civil and criminal liability related to doxxing, understanding its legal and social ramifications. Specific objectives include analyzing the legal foundations of civil liability for doxxing, evaluating the criminal implications of this practice under Brazilian legislation, identifying the main psychosocial impacts on victims, and identifying preventive measures and legal strategies to mitigate doxxing. Methodologically, the research is classified as deductive, descriptive, and bibliographic. It is concluded that doxxing violates privacy and has serious consequences for victims, requiring a multidisciplinary approach to prevention and combating. Despite the scarcity of studies, there is an urgency for doctrinal, jurisprudential, and legislative debates to address this problem, ensuring the protection of fundamental rights in the digital environment. The absence of clear guidelines can weaken mechanisms for preventing and combating digital abuse, exposing users to increasing risks of privacy violations and emotional harm. Therefore, it is essential to promote interdisciplinary dialogue to develop appropriate policies and strategies to protect online citizens.