United States V. Lori Drew

United States V. Lori Drew

United States v. Drew is the final decision in a criminal case that charged Lori Drew of violations of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) over the alleged "cyberbullying" of a 13-year old, Megan Meier, who committed suicide. The federal district court vacated the jury's verdict convicting Drew of a misdemeanor violation of the CFAA.

Read more about United States V. Lori Drew:  Allegations Leading To Indictment and Trial, State Decision Regarding Prosecution, Indictment, Amicus Brief in Support of Defendant, Jury Trial and Split Verdict, Guilty Verdict Set Aside, Related Proceedings, Legislative Responses, Reactions, See Also

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