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CNPD and Bar Association call for review of Cybercrime Law

The two entities raised concerns regarding Chega's bill related to digital identity theft.

Archive photo: CNPD and Bar Association call for review of Cybercrime Law
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The National Data Protection Commission (CNPD) and the Bar Association have requested a review of Chega's proposed bill aimed at amending the Cybercrime Law. Both entities agree with the project's objectives but express concerns about the current wording.

The opinions issued by both the CNPD and the Bar Association indicate that while the goal of combating digital identity theft is important, the presented text requires significant revisions.

Archive photo: CNPD and Bar Association call for review of Cybercrime Law
Archive photoPhoto: Defensoria Pública da União - DPU · Flickr · CC0

This request reflects concerns about the effectiveness and clarity of the proposed legislation, which seeks to establish specific penalties for digital crimes.

Discussions surrounding digital identity theft and its legal implications remain a prominent issue as relevant entities revisit existing proposals and potential improvements.