Concerns are growing in Serbia over proposed amendments to the Law on Public Order and Peace that would extend its application to the digital sphere, including social media platforms. The draft foresees sanctions for online insults, offensive behaviour, and other activities already regulated in physical public spaces, treating social networks as a form of public place. Critics warn that the proposal could create broad and vague grounds for restricting online expression, particularly criticism of public officials, while opening space for selective enforcement and legal uncertainty. The proposed changes also come as Serbia prepares to align its legislation with the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), raising concerns about how future online content regulation could affect freedom of expression and digital rights. Civil society and legal experts argue that any restrictions on online speech should remain proportionate, clearly defined, and fully compliant with democratic standards and fundamental rights protections. Read more here.
Source: Partneri Serbia