UNMASKING THE DIGITAL PHANTOM: CHALLENGES IN PROSECUTING DIGITAL CRIMES

The evolution of technology has transformed the landscape of crime; each and every single day, a new criminal is born in the vast space of cyberworld. This research paper includes the study of challenges which are faced in applying and regulating law worldwide in prosecuting cybercrimes. Through a deep analysis of case laws, studies, frameworks, and literature, the research paper revolves around the different obstacles faced in tracing and prosecuting digital perpetrators.

The main challenges include difficulties related to territorial jurisdiction because cyberspace has no geographical or territorial boundaries. Moreover, crucial evidence for prosecuting cybercrime can be gathered through the use of various and advanced encryption technologies, for example: digital forensic investigation. The fast growth of cybercrimes results in increasing challenges, requiring the law to be updated and advanced with time to constantly adapt to new tactics used by cybercriminals. To overcome these challenges, a righteous and advanced approach is needed that also encompasses technological innovation and proper legislative frameworks. To face digital crimes, coordination between law enforcement agencies of different nations is required, along with specialized training to enhance the capabilities of officials in investigating and prosecuting offenses in the digital world. By analyzing these challenges and forming proper solutions to the problems, this research concludes that ongoing efforts must be made to safeguard individuals and the society from the pernicious threat of criminal activities emerging in cyberspace.