I have to share my opinion regarding this "controversial" law. This has been a very hot topic this past week. Internet hackers showed their protest by breaking in official websites of the government. I believe that in order to give your opinion or comment regarding the matter, a person should read the said law first before making any complaints.http://www.gov.ph/2012/09/12/republic-act-no-10175/ And of course, that's what I did. I read the Republic Act No. 10175 or better known as the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. Here's what I personally think:
The Good. I have to say that finally, we have a law that protects the netizens as well as the rest of the Filipinos (If you're anti-cybercrime law, don't close this tab yet 'cause I'm still on the good side part). How many times have we seen unpunished internet criminals that showed child pornography and women exploitation? These people can never be put to jail before because there is no law that can arrest them. Let me give an example where everyone can relate. I think everyone who is reading this has an email or a facebook account. Are we not afraid that someone might hack into our accounts and steal information or destroy our reputation? My credit card account was actually hacked once but the good thing is that the bank did not charge me after a thorough investigation. And yes, no one was punished. There are a lot of opportunistic, parasitic hackers that waits for an innocent web user to be their host (now that's an analogy using parasitology!). The cybercrime prevention act will be our antibody against them. (immuno naman)
The Bad. Unfortunately, as much as I like the law there are still things that doesn't seem right. Most protesters are angry with the libel part. I am not Pro-PNoy but I have to agree with what he said. "If you say something libelous through the Internet, then it is still libelous... no matter what the format". I guess the scope of this "libel" should be cleared though. Pag nag-Like ka ba dun sa libel ng isang tao, ikukulong ka na din? Another point that I think is unclear is the enforcement and implementation (Chapter IV of the RA 10175). As what I heard from the media, DOJ can immediately block your blog or account if they deem necessary. But from what I read, they still need a court warrant just like a search or an arrest warrant. Read section 14 then section 19. It's a bit hard to understand from a Med tek point of view, that's why I'm not a lawyer.
I think the whole point of making this law was to protect us. But sadly, this law might also turn against us. I do hope that everything will be clarified as soon as possible. And for those people who are against this law but have not read the whole article yet, please be informed. Don't just give your opinions based on what others think. I saw some comments on the internet, they are just basing their ideas on media, the protesters and pro's. Start thinking for yourself. It's irritating when a person becomes anti or pro without even knowing or reading what he's for or against (same for the RH bill). So again, before you start giving comments read this: http://www.gov.ph/2012/09/12/republic-act-no-10175/ Personally, I do believe that it needs revision or amendment (whichever term is right). I think there are still things that are left to be cleared. I still believe that this country will not deprive us of our freedom though. I don't think that this is the start of the "internet martial law". The Philippines will continue to be a country of democracy.
"...we only asked that freedom be returned, we ask for nothing more but we will accept nothing less..."
- Sen. Ninoy Aquino
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