Requested from DOJ by A. Villagonzalo at 02:39 PM on
May 01, 2021.
Purpose: Reference for thesis on penalizing fake news
Date of Coverage: 03/01/2020 - 05/01/2021
Tracking no: #DOJ-091673507462
Villagonzalo 02:39 PM, May 01, 2021
I am Athena M. Villagonzalo, a 3rd year law student at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila.
For my thesis, I am proposing the criminalization of authoring, publication, and dissemination of fake news through online platforms on the proposition that fake news is an unprotected form of speech.
In this regard, may I request information on the number of cases filed for violation of (1) Article 154 of the Revised Penal Code in relation to the Cybercrime Prevention Act and (2) Section 6 (f) of the Bayanihan to Heal As One Act (R.A. No. 11469), if any and available.
Thank you.
Villagonzalo 02:58 PM, May 01, 2021
I would also appreciate if you could include update on the status of these cases.
Thank you!
Dulin 03:28 PM, May 04, 2021
May 4, 2021
Dear Athena Villagonzalo,
Thank you for your request dated May 01, 2021 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Cases filed in relation to fake news/disinformation at the time of COVID-19 pandemic.
We will respond in accordance with the Executive Order's implementing rules and regulations, please wait for further advice and notice.
Thank you.
FOI Receiving Officer
Villagonzalo 03:36 PM, May 20, 2021
Good day!
May I know any updates regarding my request po?
Thank you so much!
Maker 05:37 PM, Jun 27, 2021
June 27, 2021
Dear Athena Villagonzalo,
I refer to my letter of May 01, 2021 02:39:18 PM; about your request under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Cases filed in relation to fake news/disinformation at the time of COVID-19 pandemic.
Unfortunately, it is taking longer than expected to deal with your request because of the efforts required to collect and collate the data.
We appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
EMMELINE AGLIPAY VILLAR
Undersecretary
FOI Decision Maker
Dulin 10:58 AM, Jul 13, 2021
July 13, 2021
Dear Athena Villagonzalo,
Greetings!
Thank you for your request dated May 01, 2021 02:39:18 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Your Request
You asked for Cases filed in relation to fake news/disinformation at the time of COVID-19 pandemic.
Response to Request
Your FOI request is approved. Please find the attached file.
Thank you.
FOI Receiving Officer
Attachments:
Athena Villagonzalo.pdf
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