[David Kelly]

Originally Posted by mtrawls

I don't believe it applies to AIM, so far as the federal statue goes (though I'm not familiar with it). I only say that, though, because I hear frequently that you have to be careful if you live (or the other party lives) in Mass. (d'oh... New Hampshire), because it is a state law there that it applies to. And if the guy is indeed from MIT ... (granted his threat wasn't the most legal action, either).

I half agree with what you said. But,


He was the one who started this in a public forum. He vandalized pages, and his IP is free to be posted on the wiki (a looser link could be made for here) as to his indiscretion, so that it can be avoided. (Is it publically exposing somebody when he doesn't try to hide his aims, and a complete history is publicly available on FIRSTwiki?). The AIM transcript might be a different matter, however.

I think this all has to do with respect for somebody. If somebody is trying to correct a wrong, it's not right to humiliate that person. I don't care who they are. It could have been just some kid playing around or may not be mature. As a site administrator, it's your job to solve problems in the most quiet and professional manner you can.