Definition of a Crime

In an earlier post I talked about the disjoint between rights and responsibilities that has occurred in our society today. Recently in the news there is an example of that very thing. The article found at www.cnet.com (link) talks about a recent case of what is called cyberbullying. If you don't know what it is look it up. It is a sad read, but it does have one highlight if you follow the cyberbully link (link). States are starting to enforce crimes perpetrated on the internet. In particular Missouri has passed a cyberbullying law. This is a step in the right direction. By having the government define and enforce punishments for crimes perpetrated on the internet it will help enforce the fact that with each right comes the responsibility to use that right appropriately. It is not a cure-all, but good news all the same.