West Science Law and Human Rights
Vol. 4 No. 02 (2026): West Science Law and Human Rights

A Reconstruction of Digital Platforms’ Legal Liability for the Dissemination of Illegal Content within the Framework of Protecting Citizens’ Rights

Khulaili Harsya, Rabith Madah (Unknown)
Supriandi, Supriandi (Unknown)
Arini, Rani Eka (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study examines the legal liability of digital platforms in the dissemination of illegal content through a normative legal analysis, with a particular focus on reconstructing a framework that effectively protects citizens’ rights. The rapid growth of digital platforms such as Google, Meta Platforms, and TikTok has intensified challenges related to intermediary responsibility, as these platforms increasingly function not only as passive conduits but also as active amplifiers of information. Existing liability regimes, primarily based on notice-and-takedown mechanisms, are found to be insufficient in addressing the scale and complexity of illegal content dissemination. Using primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials, this research analyzes current regulatory frameworks and identifies key gaps, particularly in terms of legal clarity, enforcement effectiveness, and the protection of fundamental rights. The study highlights the tension between safeguarding freedom of expression and ensuring protection against harmful content, noting that both under-regulation and over-regulation pose risks to citizens’ rights. Comparative insights, including developments under the Digital Services Act, demonstrate a shift toward more proactive and structured approaches to platform accountability. The study proposes a reconstructed liability framework based on the principles of proportionality, due diligence, transparency, and effective remedy. This model seeks to balance platform accountability with the protection of fundamental rights, offering a more adaptive and rights-oriented approach to digital governance. The findings contribute to the development of legal policies that align technological advancement with the protection of citizens in the digital era.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

wslhr

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Launched in 2022, the Journal of Human Rights Law Review seeks to increase awareness, knowledge, and discussion of legal issues and human rights policy. Academically focused, the Review also appeals to the wider human rights community, including those in government, intergovernmental and ...