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Online identity theft faces legal action
The phenomenon relates to the widespread issue of identity impersonation across social media platforms. Unknown individuals create accounts in the victims' names, using their personal photos to communicate with others, exploit their trust to request financial amounts, or spread offensive content. This causes economic, social, and psychological harm. Such actions are considered digital forgery and electronic fraud, punishable under Syrian law with imprisonment ranging from one month to one year and a fine between 500,000 and 1,000,000 Syrian pounds. The penalties are doubled in cases involving public funds or the exploitation of minors and adults. The laws emphasize the necessity of digital evidence, including screenshots and cybercrime reports, to pursue the offenders. Additionally, documenting financial evidence like transfer receipts is crucial. Experts advise victims to act swiftly by documenting incidents, issuing alerts, and filing legal complaints, as fake profiles do not protect the perpetrator. Digital traces like IP addresses and the true recipient of funds can be tracked, making legal pursuit easier.
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