LEGAL PROTECTION FOR VICTIMS OF BODY SHAMING ON THE TIKTOK PLATFORM UNDER LAW NUMBER 1 OF 2024 CONCERNING ELECTRONIC INFORMATION AND TRANSACTIONS
Abstract
Body shaming is a form of digital verbal abuse common on social media platforms like TikTok, targeting individuals based on physical appearance. While often dismissed as jokes or opinions, such actions legally constitute defamation under the Indonesian Penal Code and Article 27A of Law No. 1 of 2024 on Electronic Information and Transactions. This study adopts a normative juridical approach with descriptive-analytical specifications to examine the extent of legal protection Article 27A provides to victims and identify enforcement challenges. Findings reveal that despite its clear framework, the law’s effectiveness is hindered by limited legal awareness, enforcement complexity, and lack of victim support. Therefore, a more comprehensive legal strategy is needed to ensure that protection is not only normative but also practical, fair, and humane.
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