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Penalties for posting violence and humiliation online

New laws introduce severe prison sentences for publishing online content depicting crimes, animal cruelty, or degrading treatment of people. They apply to both adults and children, with harsher penalties when the victim is a minor.
Key points
Up to 3 years in prison for posting online content showing violence, crimes, or humiliation of people – if someone profits or gains fame from it.
Up to 5 years in prison when such material features a child.
Journalists, scientists, artists, and educators remain exempt from penalties – if they act in the public interest.
The regulations take effect 30 days after the law is published.
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Additional Information
Poselski projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy - Kodeks karny.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 1613
Process start date: 2025-08-04
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Penalties for posting violence and humiliation online

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 1613.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-08-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Up to 3 years in prison for posting online content showing violence, crimes, or humiliation of people – if someone profits or gains fame from it.
  • Up to 5 years in prison when such material features a child.
  • Journalists, scientists, artists, and educators remain exempt from penalties – if they act in the public interest.
  • The regulations take effect 30 days after the law is published.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Uchwalono

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-09-07.

Analysis and Potential Impact of PROJEKT USTAWY 1613

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