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ARTICLE · 18 AUGUST 2025

Cybercrimes In Italy

A cybercrime is any illegal activity that involves a computer, network, or digital device as the primary tool, target, or place where the crime occurs. Essentially, it's crime in the digital world.

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Cybercrimes in Italy: What is Cybercrime?

A cybercrime is any illegal activity that involves a computer, network, or digital device as the primary tool, target, or place where the crime occurs. Essentially, it's crime in the digital world.

Cybercrimes in Italy: Cyberstalking under Italian Law

Cyberstalking is stalking carried out online, that is, through the use of digital tools.

Cyberstalking falls within the scope of Article 612-bis of the Italian Criminal Code ("stalking").
It occurs when someone, through repeated acts of harassment or threats conducted via digital means (emails, messaging apps, social media), causes:

  • a persistent state of anxiety or fear in the victim,

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