CRIMES AGAINST HONOR IN THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT: ANALYSIS OF LEGAL CHALLENGES AND THE NEED TO UPDATE AND IMPROVE BRAZILIAN CRIMINAL LEGISLATION

Abstract

This work promotes an investigation of the legal challenges faced by the Brazilian criminal legislation in the fight against crimes against honor in the digital environment, namely, slander, defamation and injury, in view of the rapid technological evolution and the wide dissemination of virtual communication, which have intensified the practice of these crimes. Thus, the study aims to offer the reader a view on the main obstacles to the effectiveness of current rules, such as anonymity on the internet, the difficulty in obtaining digital evidence and the transnational nature of infractions. To this end, a qualitative approach is adopted, based on bibliographic research and legislative analysis, examining doctrines, jurisprudence and applicable norms. That said, the article points out that although the legal system seeks to monitor this type of crimes gradually and consistently, it still needs a more specific and improved application to keep up with the new dynamics of cyberspace, ensuring greater protection of the honor of individuals and ensuring the effectiveness of punishments.