Those Who Spread False Data Leak Claims Will Be Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison

The Cyber ​​Security Law, which was passed by the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM) and became law, tightens penalties for cybersecurity and data leaks. Under the new law, those who leak data will be sentenced to 15 years in prison, while those who share previously leaked data will be sentenced to 5 years in prison.
 
Penalties for False Data Leak Claims
Another noteworthy article of the law is directed at those who spread false data leak claims despite knowing that there has been no data leak. These claims have become a common topic, especially on social media, and have caused public panic. According to the rules set forth by the law, those who make false data leak claims in order to target an institution or create fear and anxiety among the public, even though there has been no data leak, will be sentenced to between 2 and 5 years in prison.
 
The new regulation is of particular concern to social media users and those operating on the internet. Previously, allegations of data leaks regarding many institutions, public institutions and private sector companies have caused great repercussions and some allegations have been denied by official statements. If such allegations are proven to be false, those who spread lies and cause panic among the public could face serious penal sanctions.
 
Beware of Data Leak Claims
The new laws aim to effectively monitor the internet and social media in order to prevent the spread of false data leak claims and to maintain public order. It also emphasizes that citizens should be careful and take official statements into consideration before trusting such claims.
 
 
Source: CUMHA - CUMHURS NEWS AGENCY