Legal Analysis Of Electronic Information Dissemination That Violates Moral Norms

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to understand and construct the law regarding the dissemination of electronic information that violates moral norms. The type of research used in this study is normative legal research, which is conducted by examining existing literature (secondary data) or legal library research. The research results indicate that the Electronic Information and Transactions Law (ITE Law) is a regulation that governs Electronic Information and Electronic Transactions. Electronic Information encompasses various forms of data such as text, sound, and images. Electronic Transactions are legal actions carried out using electronic media. The ITE Law is not intended to prohibit individuals from expressing their opinions on social media, but there are limitations to respect the rights and freedoms of others. Article 27 paragraph (3) of the ITE Law regulates the criminal act of defamation or dissemination of false information through information technology communication media. The law does not require proof of malicious intent to defame, but it does require evidence that the perpetrator distributed or transmitted content containing defamation or slander. Enforcement of the law against violations of moral norms under the ITE Law includes criminal penalties and a virtual police program that monitors and educates the public about the ITE Law. This demonstrates the significant role of the ITE Law in regulating communication behavior in the digital world to ensure ethics and legal complianc

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