Cyber Law
Cyber Law in India Regulating Deepfakes and Digital Crimes
Cyber law Services
The rise of digital technologies has created new opportunities and new risks. Cyber law in India governs online communication, electronic transactions, data usage, and offences committed in cyberspace. At Foresight Law Offices, we provide comprehensive legal services under the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) and related laws, addressing both conventional cybercrimes and emerging challenges such as deepfake technology.
Expertise in Cyber Law
The IT Act is the primary framework regulating computer-related offences, e-commerce, and intermediary liability. However, with the proliferation of deepfakes, data breaches, and digital fraud, courts often rely on a combination of IT Act provisions, IPC offences, and constitutional protections under Article 21 (right to life and privacy). Our lawyers are adept at navigating these overlapping statutes to secure timely remedies for clients.
All Area of Expertise
Services We Offer
Cybercrime Litigation & Defence
Representation in matters under Sections 66C, 66D, 66E, 67, 67A, and 67B of the IT Act, covering identity theft, cheating by personation, privacy violations, and obscene digital content.
Intermediary Liability & Compliance
Guidance for platforms and digital service providers under Section 79 of the IT Act and IT Rules, ensuring safe-harbour protection and timely content takedowns.
Data Protection & Privacy
Legal support in cases of unauthorized access, hacking, and data theft under Section 43 of the IT Act, including advisory on compliance with emerging privacy norms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is cyber law in India?
Cyber law in India governs online activity, digital transactions, cybercrimes, and use of electronic records under the IT Act, 2000.
What is the Information Technology Act, 2000?
It is the main law dealing with electronic commerce, digital signatures, data protection, and cybercrimes.
What is a deepfake under cyber law?
A deepfake is manipulated digital media created using AI to impersonate someone, often leading to fraud or privacy violations.
Is deepfake content illegal in India?
Yes, deepfake content can be punished under IT Act provisions like Section 66D, 66E, 67, and under IPC sections for fraud or defamation.
Can digital evidence be used in court?
Yes, emails, server logs, social media posts, and digital signatures are admissible under the IT Act and Evidence Act.
