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What is the official name of the law that addresses legal issues concerning online interactions and the internet in the Philippines?
What is the official name of the law that addresses legal issues concerning online interactions and the internet in the Philippines?
What does the Cybercrime Prevention Act provide legal recognition for?
What does the Cybercrime Prevention Act provide legal recognition for?
What is the purpose of the legal framework established by the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
What is the purpose of the legal framework established by the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
Who can face legal consequences under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
Who can face legal consequences under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
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What is required of internet service providers under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
What is required of internet service providers under the Cybercrime Prevention Act?
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Where does the Cybercrime Prevention Act apply?
Where does the Cybercrime Prevention Act apply?
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What is the purpose of the Cybercrime Prevention Act in terms of jurisdiction?
What is the purpose of the Cybercrime Prevention Act in terms of jurisdiction?
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When was the Cybercrime Prevention Act enacted?
When was the Cybercrime Prevention Act enacted?
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When did the Cybercrime Prevention Act become effective?
When did the Cybercrime Prevention Act become effective?
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What is the definition of cybercrime according to the law?
What is the definition of cybercrime according to the law?
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Study Notes
Cybercrime Prevention Act of the Philippines
- Officially known as Republic Act No. 10175, enacted to address legal issues concerning online interactions and the internet.
Key Provisions
- Recognizes electronic data messages, electronic documents, and electronic signatures as legal.
- Establishes a legal framework for preventing cybercrime, defining offenses related to computer system and data misuse.
Offenses and Penalties
- Individuals who commit cybercrime may face penalties for offenses such as: • Illegal access • Data interference • Cybersex
- Organizations that engage in cybercrime activities or fail to secure their computer systems may face legal consequences.
Internet Service Providers' Roles
- Required to cooperate with law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting cybercrime cases.
- Mandated to retain relevant data for a certain period.
Jurisdiction and Effectivity
- Applies throughout the Philippines, including territorial waters, airspace, and other maritime zones.
- Enacted on September 12, 2012, and became effective on October 3, 2012.
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Test your knowledge on the Philippine law that addresses online interactions and prevents cybercrime. This law provides legal recognition of electronic data and establishes a framework for preventing cybercrime. Know the offenses and penalties related to the misuse of computer systems and data.
