CYBER CRIMES ON THE RISE: AN ANALYSIS OF THE CHALLENGES FOR PUNISHMENT IN LIGHT OF THE PENAL CODE

Resumen

The present study intends to analyze what challenges exist in applying sanctions to cybercrimes in light of the criminal code and other legislation for cybercrimes, in view of the developed growth of crimes of this nature. The objective is to identify the main challenges encountered in combating crimes committed in the network environment and to question whether the measures adopted by the legal system are sufficient to solve the problem. To assist in this study, bibliographies of renowned authors were used, as well as sources and normative devices were analyzed to support the development of the text. Regarding the result and the investigation, we found that there are several challenges, mainly due to less specific legislation and need to be resolved to reduce the frequency with which these crimes are committed. It is concluded that the Brazilian legal system needs to produce specific standards, prepare agents and use technologies with a view to correctly and proportionately applying cybercrime assessments.