"Would 'Go Luigi'" Was a Threat, and Thus Subject to Harassment Prevention Order Statute

A Massachusetts appellate court has ruled that a social media post using the phrase "Go Luigi" constituted a credible threat under state harassment prevention laws. The case hinges on whether the phrase, often used humorously in gaming culture, crossed the line into a serious threat when directed at an individual. Justices examined whether the context and intent behind the post could reasonably be interpreted as a menace, setting a precedent for how online language may be legally scrutinized. The ruling underscores the challenges of balancing free expression with protections against harassment in digital communication.

From D.M. v. A.M., decided by Massachusetts Appellate Court Justices Ariane Vuono, William Meade & Zachary Hillman on Oct. 21:… The post "Would 'Go Luigi'" Was a Threat, and Thus Subject to Harassment Prevention Order Statute appeared first on Reason Magazine.