Oregon architect whose firm helps feds drops doxing lawsuit against anti-ICE website
Sharron van der Meulen is voluntarily dismissing her lawsuit against the Melt Oregon website after her personal information was removed.Summary
Sharron van der Meulen, a managing partner at ZGF Architects, has moved to voluntarily dismiss her anti-doxing lawsuit against the Melt Oregon website and domain management company Tucows, Inc. The lawsuit was filed after the website published her personal information, including her home address and phone number, in connection with her firm's work for federal agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
While the Melt Oregon website has since removed Van der Meulen's information, it maintains an archive link for those wishing to view it. The legal action was prompted by incidents of harassment, including a trespasser at her home and a fake Craigslist ad, which her attorneys argued were intended to cause fear and emotional distress.
The dismissal is filed without prejudice, meaning the case could potentially be refiled. The legal battle highlights the complexities of Oregon's anti-doxing laws and the tension between privacy protections and free speech regarding individuals working with federal immigration authorities.
(Source：The Portland Tribune)