How China is using the law to tackle cyberbullying and Internet violence

Beijing can detain or fine for Photoshopping a victim’s image, spreading sex-related rumours or harassing others with insulting text and phone messages. Ministry of Public Security says cyberbullying had been rampant, resulting in some victims killing themselves or becoming mentally ill. — SCMP

Beijing can detain or fine individuals for Photoshopping other people’s pictures, spreading sex-related rumours or harassing others with insulting text messages and phone calls, China’s Ministry of Public Security said on Tuesday as it addressed 10 typical cases of cyberbullying.

The ministry’s statement is the first time China has published a cluster of examples since its directive to define and punish cyberbullying was issued in September.