Insult and false accusations of a crime
Insult and false accusation of a crime are distinct offences. Insult is generally assessed by reference to abusive conduct or language; a false criminal accusation concerns expressly attributing a crime to another person, subject to the statutory requirements.
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Insult and false accusation of a crime are distinct offences. Insult is generally assessed by reference to abusive conduct or language; a false criminal accusation concerns expressly attributing a crime to another person, subject to the statutory requirements.
Important aspects of this matter
Point 1
Full text or file of statements, Published messages or content
Point 2
Place of publication and number or identity of the audience to the extent that can be proven
Point 3
Evidence linking an account, telephone number or written communication to the person complained against
Point 4
Distinguishing accusations of a crime from insults, criticism, civil claims or false statements
Legal points and course of action
For a false accusation of a crime (eftera), the specific crime attributed to a particular person and the statutory requirements must be assessed. For insult, the ordinary meaning of the words and the circumstances of expression also matter.
Where content is published online, cybercrime provisions may apply alongside traditional offences, depending on the conduct. Preserve the link, account ID and complete content.
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Relevant legal sources
Book Five of the Iranian Islamic Penal Code (Ta’zir and Deterrent Punishments), enacted in 1375 SH, as amended
Iranian Act on Reduction of Ta’zir Imprisonment («قانون کاهش مجازات حبس تعزیری»)
Iranian Code of Criminal Procedure, as subsequently amended.
This list identifies the principal legal provisions relevant to the page. The applicable law and amendments must be checked against the dates, subject matter and circumstances of each case.
The official texts and latest amendments are available in the National Database of Iranian Laws and Regulations.
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