In today’s digital landscape, fake news has become a serious threat to public order and national security . The Philippine legal framework provides mechanisms to prosecute individuals spreading false information , particularly when it causes harm or undue distress to others. Legal Framework Against Fake News 📌 Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175) ✔ Covers online libel and fraud under Section 4. ✔ Moreover, any crimes committed in violation of RPC (Revised Penal Code) and/or SPL (Special Penal Laws) via information and communications technology (ICT) , penalties are increased under Section 6 . 📌 Revised Penal Code – Article 154 (Unlawful Use of Publication and Utterances) in relation to Sec. 6 of RA 10175 ✔ Penalizes the publication or spreading of false information that: Endangers public order Harms state interests Encourages disobedience to the law ✔ Punishable by arresto mayor (one month to six months imprisonment) and a fine ranging from P40,000 to P200,0...
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