CYBERBULLYING: CONCEPT, FEATURES, AND INTERNATIONAL LEGAL STANDARDS FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN FROM CYBERBULLYING

Dilshod Shavkatovich Israilov (Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan)

International Journal of Business, Law and Political Science
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Business, Law and Political Science

Objective: This article provides a comprehensive analysis of criminal liability and sentencing for cyberbullying against children in the school environment. Method: It examines the concept and key features of cyberbullying, relevant international legal standards for child protection, as well as national legislation and challenges in legal qualification of such acts.  Results: Particular attention is paid to the individualization of punishment, taking into account the personality of juvenile offenders and the impact on child victims.  Novelty: Based on the research, the author proposes measures to improve criminal legislation, judicial practice, and preventive mechanisms aimed at ensuring effective protection of children's rights in the digital educational environment.