With the digital transformation, Law No. 175 of 2018 regarding "Anti-Cyber and Information Technology Crimes" was enacted to regulate the internet space in Egypt.
Common Cyber Crimes
- Illegal Access: Hacking into private accounts or websites.
- Internet Fraud: Creating fake websites to steal banking data.
- Violating Family Values: Publishing content that breaches societal norms.
- Defamation and Blackmail: Using social media to insult or threaten individuals.
Penalties
The law imposes strict penalties, ranging from imprisonment (minimum 6 months) to heavy fines (up to millions of pounds for threats to national security).
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If you are subjected to cyber extortion or defamation, you must immediately report it to the "Internet Police" (General Administration of Information Technology). However, legal representation is crucial to ensure the evidence (screenshots, URLs) is preserved correctly for the court.