The Maldivian Parliament passed amendments to the Penal Code that formally recognize cybercrimes as criminal offenses, with the changes adding three new articles including Article 240 on computer-related crimes. Parliament also unanimously approved bills amending the Criminal Procedure Law and the Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Act, all awaiting ratification by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.
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The amendments, initially proposed by Maafushi MP Hussain Riza Adam, were introduced for the first reading on July 3.
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The legislation was unanimously supported by all 58 parliamentarians present during the vote, reflecting a strong consensus on the need to address rising digital threats.
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All three bills received unanimous approval with 58 votes in favor.
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The Maldivian Parliament has passed a series of significant amendments to the Penal Code, officially recognizing cybercrimes as criminal offenses.
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In addition to the Penal Code amendments, Parliament also approved bills amending the Criminal Procedure Law and the Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Act.
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