What is Digital Arrest

Nowadays a ” new type of crime has emerged Digital Arrest. In which the criminal is committing crime digitally and cheating people without coming in front of anyone.

This type of crime comes under the category of cybercrime.

And these types of crimes are very difficult to detect.

What is Digital Arrest : Definition of digital arrest

Digital arrest is a serious cyber crime in which crooks threaten people through the internet or phone. They often call themselves police or officials of a government agency to convince victims that something was wrong, such as tax evasion, bank fraud, or other crime. After this, they demand money by threatening arrest.

Another aspect of this crime is that the thugs carry out the entire scheme using phone calls, email or social media platforms. This is a kind of psychological pressure, which forces the victim to obey the crook’s demand in fear.

 How To avoid such cases:

There may be several ways but the most important is your caution.People should always be vigilant and check the veracity of any unknown call or message before answering it. Also, the police should be contacted if threatened with any kind of arrest or legal action.

Of course, this is an important step. If you receive a threat of digital arrest or any other fraud through a suspicious message or call, the first thing you should avoid responding to that message or call. Instead, you can take the following steps:

1. Contact official channels: Never call the contact number provided by the scammer. Instead, contact the official number of the concerned government agency, police department, or consumer protection agency and make sure the communication is valid.
2. Report the incident: If you encounter a suspicious or fraudulent message, report it immediately to your local police, cybercrime cell, or consumer protection agency. You also have the option to file a report on the cyber crime portal (such as http://www.cybercrime.gov.in .
3. Be cautious: Avoid clicking on links from suspicious messages or filling in personal information on unknown pages

With these steps you can ensure your safety and protect others from such scams.

The criminal finds new ways to commit crime. By the time the criminal is caught, they had ruined the lives of many people.

Punishments in digital arrest cases. 

Digital arrest cases can provide for a variety of punishments, as it is a complex and multifaceted crime. Depending on the offences involved, punishment can be given under various laws:

1. Fraud: If a person has cheated someone in the name of digital arrest, then the punishment can be imposed under Section 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). It can result in a person up to 7 years in prison or a fine, or both.

2. **Forged Documents**: If the thug has made false documents, it is considered an offence under Sections 465 and 468 of the Indian Penal Code. This type of offence can result in a fine and imprisonment of up to 7 years.

3. Cybercrime: If the crime falls under the Information Technology Act, such as electronic fraud or theft of personal information, it can lead to punishment. This sentence can be up to 3 years and can also be fined.

4. Money Laundering: If this process involves money laundering, there may be severe punishment under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This can lead to imprisonment of up to 7 years and a fine.

5. **False SIM card and violation of TRAI rules**: If the thug has acquired the SIM card illegally, action can be taken under the rules of the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRAI). It can also lead to imprisonment and fines.

These types of crimes are often behind high-level criminals who are hiding abroad. Such criminals can be difficult to catch, as there is a lack of legal coordination between different countries. But even so, these criminals can be caught through a legal mechanism designed specifically for international cooperation and cybercrime.

Therefore, it is very important for government agencies to be constantly active and strengthen the investigation process to prevent these crimes.

 Prime Minister  Narendra Modi on Digital Arrest :

This crime has increased so much that our country’s Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi has advised the countrymen to remain alert through the radio program “Mann Ki Baat“.

He also gave three mantras to the people – stop, think and take action 

People are also being appealed to remain alert through advertisements on different platforms like social media television etc. People are being made aware by the cyber cell that if any such incident happens with you, then you should inform by calling cyber Helpline Number 1930. Or inform about everything by mailing www.cybercrime.gov.in.

The sooner you inform cyber crime about the thefts or fraud  the sooner they will start looking for them.

Your alertness is the guarantee of your safety.

Stay alert, stay safe.