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In Indonesia, cyberbullying is addressed primarily under the Electronic Information and Transactions (ITE) Law, specifically Article 45B. This law considers cyberbullying a form of harassment, a criminal act punishable by a maximum of four years imprisonment and/or a fine of Rp 750,000 (US$55.55). Additionally, existing regulations on defamation and insults in the Criminal Code (KUHP) may also apply, according to
www.growingscholar.org.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. ITE Law (Act Number 19 of 2016):
Article 45B:
This article directly addresses cyberbullying, classifying it as a form of harassment under the ITE Law.
Penalties:
The law prescribes a maximum sentence of four years imprisonment and/or a fine of Rp 750,000 (US$55.55) for cyberbullying offenses.
2. Criminal Code (KUHP) Regulations:
Article 310:
This article deals with defamation and insults, and can be applied to cyberbullying cases where reputation is damaged.
Punishment:
Defamation, according to Article 310, carries a penalty of up to nine months imprisonment or a fine of Rp 4,500,000, depending on whether the defamation was done through public writings or images.
3. Enforcement Challenges:
Evidence Requirement:
Enforcement is often hesitant unless there is clear evidence of a crime or a significant threat to someone's physical safety.
Restorative Justice:
Ihsa Institute reports that restorative justice approaches, like mediation, are being used to address cyberbullying, allowing victims and offenders to reach a resolution through apology, compensation, or community service.
4. Other Considerations:
Online Harassment:
The ITE Law also addresses other forms of online harassment, including cyberstalking, which can be related to cyberbullying.
School Policies:
Scribd notes that Indonesian schools are required to adopt policies to prevent and address bullying, including cyberbullying, on or off campus.
