Countering Rumours and Cybercrimes Law

Article 62 — Article (62) Writs to Correct, Interrupt, Disable and Block Access

Part Two: Crimes Of Spreading Rumors and False News: Article (52) Spreading Rumors and False News · Chapter Three: Special Provisions Concerning The Penalties · Measures Forfeiture Penalty: Article (56)

In respect of the crimes stipulated in Article (71) of this Decree-Law, the competent authorities may, either sua sponte or at the request of the Prosecutor-General, issue any of the writs stipulated in this Decree-Law if they have verified the dissemination, re-dissemination, or circulation of illegal content or content containing false data. The writs provided for in this Decree-Law shall be issued by the competent authorities using the available methods including electronic methods. The writs shall be sent, according to their nature, to the person concerned or to whomever this person appoints or selects to receive them on his behalf. The procedures stipulated in this Article do not prejudice the authority of the Public Prosecution to take any actions it deems appropriate regarding the criminal case in accordance with the law.

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