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  1. The New York Times CompanyJESS BIDGOOD, KATHARINE Q. SEELYE6/16/1711 min
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    • jeff6 years ago

      What an absolutely absurd ruling. I hope the Carter family appeals and gets this judge's verdict overturned. I'd also like to know more about the "dozens of other states" that have laws against encouraging suicide and if anyone has been convicted under those laws. What's next? Being charged with aggravated assault for hurting somebody's feelings?

      Also, what's with all the focus on "technology"?

      “This sends a strong message to people that using technology to bully people into committing suicide will not be tolerated,” said Daniel S. Medwed, a law professor at Northeastern University.

      The virtual nature of Ms. Carter’s role was not a barrier for the judge. And his verdict signaled that the law might need to catch up with cultural and behavioral changes wrought by technology.

      This whole scenario could have just as easily played out the exact same any time over the past 100+ years since the telephone was invented. These people need a serious reality check.

    • bill
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      6 years ago

      Devastating. Especially the last few paragraphs. I wish these two knew how & where to find help.