Condutas ilícitas na internet e proteção penal

Abstract

The aim of this study is to analyze illicit conduct on the internet and the effectiveness of existing criminal protection measures to combat it. Given the increasing digitalization and the complexity of cybercrimes, the research seeks to understand the nature of offenses committed in the virtual environment and evaluate the legal responses implemented to address them. The methodology employed includes a bibliographic review and a critical analysis of current legislation. The main findings reveal that, although there has been significant progress in criminal legislation related to the internet, there are still gaps and challenges in applying the norms and adapting the laws to new forms of virtual crimes. The research highlights that technology and the internet are rapidly evolving, leading to the emergence of new types of crimes. In response, the Penal Code has struggled to keep up with these changes, making it necessary to consider administrative and civil measures to address the issue, as other regulatory frameworks have proven to be more effective. Therefore, although the current legislation represents advancements, it still needs to be improved to ensure more effective protection against cyber threats.