[log in to unmask]" type="cite">-----Original Message----- - How can we ensure that only the most serious crime is subject to this rapid takedown process? - How can we ensure free speech/freedom of expression websites are exempt ("The policy should exclude suspension where issues of freedom of expression are central aspects of the disputed issue," Nominet)? - How can we ensure a very rapid appeal for when mistakes occur? - How can we help the good faith domain name registrants know where to go for help?[Milton L Mueller] All very good questions, Kathy. On your second question, involving Nominet and the free expression exemption, is the quoted statement already embedded in the nominet policy, or is it language you are suggesting? I am sorry but I am not well-informed enough to know which one. --MM
------------------ Draft issue group recommendations on ‘Domain names used in connection with criminal activity’ ---------------------------
‘Domain names used in connection with criminal activity’ ‐ Draft Recommendations
Background
The issue group on ‘Domain names used in connection with criminal activity’ was set up in March 2011 to help bring external expertise and perspective into Nominet policy decision‐making.
The process has been open to all stakeholders throughout.
Having met 3 times, the group is now preparing to finalise recommendations to put forward to the Nominet board. The issue group will meet to discuss the draft recommendations on 21st September 2011, and feedback from all interested stakeholders is welcome.
This document outlines the key recommendations, based on areas of consensus developed to date within the group. The issue group’s recommendations will be presented to the Nominet board for its consideration.
It is anticipated that further discussion will take place under the policy process to consider issues where consensus has not yet been achieved.
Draft recommendations – key principles
Nominet should have an abuse policy that specifically addresses criminal activity in its terms and conditions.
Nominet should be able to act under an expedited process to suspend domain names associated with serious crime when requested by a law enforcement agency.
The policy should exclude suspension where issues of freedom of expression are central aspects of the disputed issue.
Nominet should consider establishing a registrant appeal mechanism.
Nominet should exclude civil or third party requests from this policy (which is focused on criminality), but these merit further discussion under the policy process.
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