Cybercrime & Online Fraud Legal Protection

The new online gaming bill doesn't just affect companies; it affects players too. If you are found playing a banned game or even have related material on your phone, you can become part of a police investigation. I explain what individual users need to be cautious about.

Here I am at the Shimla District Court after successfully protecting a client's interest in a cybercrime matter. As a first-generation advocate, I believe in taking up cases wherever justice is needed, whether it's a district court in another state or the Supreme Court.

The Supreme Court has clarified that even watching child pornography online, without downloading it, is considered 'possession' under the POCSO Act. This is a serious criminal offense with a jail term of up to seven years. It is vital to be aware of this strict law.

If your boyfriend threatens to leak your private pictures or videos, you can take immediate legal action. This is a punishable offense under Section 66E of the IT Act. I explain how you can file a complaint with the police or cyber cell to protect your privacy.

If someone creates a fake social media profile using your photos and details, it is a crime under Section 66C of the IT Act, punishable with jail and a fine. I outline the steps to file a complaint with the cyber cell and, if needed, the court.

Posting someone's private or nude photos online is a serious offense under Section 66E of the Information Technology Act. This act of violating someone's privacy is punishable with up to three years in jail and a fine of up to two lakhs.

Receiving a 41A notice from the cyber cell can be alarming, especially in crypto or P2P trading cases. I explain that this notice is for joining an investigation, not an arrest warrant. Cooperating with the authorities is key, and I guide clients on how to handle it.