Tinjauan Yuridis Perlindungan Korban Terhadap Kejahatan Cyber Bullying Dalam Sistem Hukum Pidana Indonesia

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Law Number 19 of 2016 concerning Electronic Information and Transactions and the Criminal Code. Even though ITE can be used to take action against perpetrators of cyberbullying in some cases, the absence of specific laws is an obstacle in handling cases, both in the form of efforts to prove, fulfilling victims' rights, and obstacles that are often faced in handling cyberbullying cases. The type of research that will be used in this research regarding "Judicial Review of Victim Protection Against Cyber Bullying Crimes in the Criminal Law System in Indonesia" is normative juridical legal research. With this legal basis in place, the government can develop effective guidelines and regulations to prevent acts of online harassment. Deterrence or deterrent effect is one of the positive impacts of legal protection. The threat of clear legal sanctions can be a potential deterrent for individuals who want to carry out cyber bullying. Thus, legal protection can play a role in creating a safer online environment. Legal protection gives victims the right to report cases of cyber bullying and get justice. These rights include physical protection, the right to privacy, and the right to compensation for losses suffered. As part of protection efforts, the legal process can also provide a feeling of security to victims.