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Andre Stephens is once again facing legal trouble — but this time the stakes are higher. Beyond a defamation lawsuit, he is facing potential criminal liability under Section 9 of Jamaica’s Cybercrimes Act for malicious communication. If proven (and it will be because he posted false information), the charge carries the possibility of fines and even imprisonment.

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What Section 9 of Jamaica’s Cybercrimes Act Says (Malicious Communication)

Section 9 of the Cybercrimes Act (2015) addresses the offence of malicious communication. In summary:

A person commits an offence if they knowingly use a computer or electronic communication to send or publish material that:

• Is grossly offensive, indecent, obscene, or menacing;

• Is false and sent for the purpose of causing annoyance, inconvenience, distress, or anxiety; or

• Is intended to harass, threaten, or cause harm to another person.

Penalties

If convicted under Section 9, the offender may face:

• A fine, and/or

• Imprisonment (which can extend to a term specified under the Act, depending on the severity and circumstances).

The law is designed to address cyberbullying, online harassment, reputational harm, and misuse of electronic communication platforms.