Lexis®Library update: In the consultation, the Law Commission made proposals to reform criminal law in regards to communication offences to help target online abuse. The proposals include covering more ranges of forms of communications, covering private networks and introducing the requirement of proof of likely harm, as well as cyber flashing to ensure further protection for victims.
The Law Society agrees with the reforms and had set out their response on 18 December 2020. However, concerns were raised on definitions contained in the proposed new offences.
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