Deputy urges tougher laws on impersonation

Representative Ashraf Marzouk addressed the increasing cases of impersonation in recent times. These include officials, employees, or individuals from government entities claiming authority through the creation of fake accounts and the use of false documents, aimed at fraud and the seizure of citizens' money or data. He emphasized that technological advancements and social media facilitate the commission of these crimes, highlighting the need to develop legal and technical mechanisms to combat them. He called for strengthening electronic identity verification methods, imposing stricter penalties, increasing awareness campaigns, and coordinating between security and technological agencies to monitor fake accounts. Additionally, he stressed the importance of educating citizens on verifying the identities involved in digital transactions. He pointed out that protecting the community from such crimes is not the sole responsibility of security agencies but requires the participation of society, media, and relevant institutions. Prompt reporting of suspicious cases is also crucial to stop electronic fraud.

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