Prevention of Electronic Crime Act, 2016

 

Prevention of Electronic Crime Act, 2016

A Brief Detail of Act Deals With Cyber Crime In Pakistan

PECA stands for Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, which was enacted in 2016 in Pakistan. The law aims to prevent and investigate electronic crimes, such as:

1. Cyber terrorism

2. Cyber stalking

3. Spamming

4. Hacking

5. Identity theft

6. Online harassment

7. Electronic fraud

PECA 2016 provides a legal framework for:

1. Investigating electronic crimes

2. Collecting digital evidence

3. Prosecuting offenders

4. Protecting victims' rights

The law also established the National Response Centre for Cyber Crimes (NR3C) to coordinate efforts against electronic crimes.

PECA 2016 has been instrumental in combating cybercrimes in Pakistan, but it has also faced criticism for its potential impact on freedom of expression and online privacy.

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Hafiz Muhammad Zubair Yaqub