Violation of Privacy?

Question

In Florida, are there any protections to prevent a homeowners association from publicly discussing personal information in their open meetings? For example, disclosing that a specific homeowner is a single parent who works full time, and telling where that person resides.

While the information is true, this disclosure has open the person up to potential targeting by criminals.

Is this a legal issue or merely a moral one? Or are these association members just stupid, which is, regretfully, not a criminal act?

Answer 1

It would depend on the home owners agreement you signed when you purchased your house. This falls under the same state laws that cover disclosure of personal information for mailing lists, Internet commerce, etc.

you should have had the option to request your private information remain private. unfortunately in Florida the only ones who have guaranteed protection from public disclosure are law enforcement, judges, politicians and some doctors.
Remember that your address names and other information is public record on your deed to your house. Send them a letter once you have the facts stating your objection and that no further disclosures have your permission.

Answer 2

It's both legal and moral, illegal and immoral. It's a Catch 22. When we are dealing with convicted felons, then all bets are off. However, the 4th Amendment to the Constitution prevents illegal search(without a warrant)and or seizure of ones personal property. Also, disclosing where a person lives without their permission is not allowed. Violation of it is a cause for liable.