Government Proposes 5-Years Jail and A Massive Penalties for Spreading Fake News.
Federal government proposed 5-Years Jail and A Massive Penalties in Electronic Crimes Act (PECA)2016 for revision to address issues of online fake news.
Anyone found guilty of using digital channels to misleading material. Might face harsh penalties under the proposed revisions. Penalties include a fine of Rs. 1 million or a maximum sentence of five years in prison.
The Digital Rights Protection Authority (DRPA) is a crucial component of the reforms. This authority will have broad ability to ban or delete internet information that is thought to be detrimental to national interests or public safety.
Additionally, DRPA prioritize safeguarding digital rights and regulating harmful online content. The opportunity to appeal through a tribunal will be available to citizens who disapprove of the authority’s judgments.
The purpose of these amendments is to make digital places safer and to stop the dissemination of false information. Several specialists have expressed worries about the possible abuse of these authorities and how they would affect the right to free speech.
According to the DRPA administration, 5-Years Jail and A Massive Penalties will support peacekeeping efforts and safeguard the interests of the general public in the virtual world.
It is anticipated that stakeholders will continue to discuss and debate the revisions in the meantime. If approved, the amended law would fundamentally alter how Pakistani digital sites and users function.
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