Guide to social media fraud cases in Asansol. Learn about fake profiles, impersonation, online harassment, defamation on social media, legal remedies under IT Act and IPC, and how a lawyer can help.
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Report the fake profile to the social media platform immediately. File a complaint with the cyber crime cell under Section 66D of IT Act (impersonation) and Section 465 IPC (forgery). Save screenshots as evidence.
Yes, online harassment is a criminal offence. It can be prosecuted under Section 354D IPC (stalking), Section 509 IPC (insulting modesty), and Section 67 IT Act (obscene content).
Cyber stalking is punishable under Section 354D IPC with imprisonment up to 3 years for the first offence and up to 5 years for subsequent offences. A fine may also be imposed.
Yes, you can approach the social media platform to remove the fake profile. If they fail to act, you can file a complaint with the police and the court can order the platform to remove the profile.
Revenge porn is a serious offence under Section 66E IT Act (violation of privacy) and Section 354C IPC (voyeurism). File an FIR immediately and report to the platform. The court can order removal of the content.
Document the defamatory content with screenshots, file a complaint with the police, and file a defamation suit in civil court for damages. Social media platforms also have reporting mechanisms for defamation.
For criminal cases, there is no specific time limit, but immediate filing is recommended. For civil defamation, the limitation period is 1 year from the date of publication.
A lawyer can help you preserve evidence, file FIR with the cyber crime cell, send legal notices to the perpetrator and platform, represent you in court, and claim compensation for damages.
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