#Código Penal
This archive brings together coverage of how criminal law is applied to cybersecurity-related cases across Latin America. Readers will find reporting on investigations, charges, court rulings, and legislative debates involving cybercrime, digital fraud, unauthorized access, and other conduct that can lead to criminal proceedings.
Peru advances bill against sexual deepfakes
Peru’s Congress received a bill to punish fake sexual content made with AI, with penalties of up to four years.
Aug 11, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico City criminalizes phishing
Mexico City’s penal code now treats phishing as a crime, with penalties of 3 to 6 years in prison and fines of 200 to 600 UMAs.
Jul 24, 2026 · 2 min