Judge Phaedra Perry-Bond

“widespread reports of certain malicious actors' behavior.”

Judge Phaedra Perry-Bond · said 2026-10-23 · reported 2026-10-23

A New York judge cited widespread reports of malicious actors' behavior in deciding that the former Cornell student could pursue her lawsuit anonymously.

“While the Court is cognizant that some members of the public have made it their mission to try and identify Jane Doe, and have likewise tried to use what they believe to be Jane Doe's identity to harass and threaten certain individuals allegedly tied to her, the Court issues the following words of caution: cyberstalking and engaging in or encouraging threats across state lines, whether it be of Jane Doe, any of the named defendants, or their attorneys, can be considered a federal crime and perpetrators of those acts may be subjecting themselves to prosecution,”

Judge Phaedra Perry-Bond · said 2026-10-23 · reported 2026-10-23

In her opinion, Judge Perry-Bond warned that cyberstalking and threats against those connected to the case could be considered federal crimes.

“the notoriety of the allegations and widespread reports of certain malicious actors' behavior”

Judge Phaedra Perry-Bond · said 2026-10-23 · reported 2026-10-23

The judge said the notoriety of the allegations and reports of malicious behavior warranted allowing Jane Doe to proceed under a pseudonym.