Legislation Around the World

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The Counterterrorism Law contains provisions aimed at tackling terrorism-related content and the promotion of extremist ideologies online. It criminalizes the creation,…
The Criminal Code includes articles that specifically address hate speech, incitement to violence, and…
This law includes provisions on racially aggravated offences. Under this Act, any offence (such as assault or harassment) that is aggravated by the victim’s race or ethnicity…
This Act includes provisions that can be applied to cases of hate speech and illegal content, such as: Public Violence: Sections that address incitement to violence can be used…
The Criminal Offences Act includes provisions on defamation and offences against public order that can be applied to hate speech. For example, Section 208 addresses the offence of…
Aims to prevent and combat cybercrime, including the dissemination of illegal…
The Cybersecurity Act criminalizes various forms of cybercrime, including activities that could be used to propagate hate speech or illegal content online. This Act includes…
This law addresses various aspects of cybersecurity, including unauthorized access to computer systems, data breaches, online fraud, and other cyber offences. It establishes…
While the Defamation Act primarily deals with civil cases related to defamation (libel or slander), it can also apply to cases of online content that damages someone’s…
This act is the primary legislation governing various aspects of online behaviour, including hate speech and illegal…
The DSA requires digital service providers to take action against illegal content. The largest platforms and search engines have had to comply with the DSA since 25 August 2023.…
This Act regulates electronic communications and establishes the framework for the operation of communication networks and services in Ghana. It includes provisions that can be…
Addresses electronic communications, including provisions related to the security and legality of online content. Includes measures for handling illegal online activities and…
The UU ITE is the key law addressing online behaviour, including hate speech and the distribution of illegal content. This law covers a wide range of cyber-related offences and…
Belgium implements this directive, which aims to combat certain forms and expressions of racism and xenophobia by means of criminal…
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