Da responsabilidade criminal sobre os linchamentos virtuais segundo o ordenamento jurídico brasileiro

Abstract

This monograph is a study on the contemporary phenomenon of virtual lynchings. The research was based on the hermeneutic-dialectical method, through bibliographical research and legislation. According to the bibliographical study developed, it is possible to observe lynching as a contemporary form of using private revenge, especially due to the growth of the culture of so-called "cancelations." Furthermore, it was observed that the national legal system protects conduct common to the practice of virtual lynchings, however, it does not have a specific criminal offense for this form of violence. For the theoretical foundation, the analysis of several authors was used. The methodology used was descriptive and exploratory in nature, with a qualitative approach. Finally, the research found the importance of legislation that contemplates the particularities of virtual lynching, as well as the training of police forces, to hold aggressors accountable, in order to ensure that their victims have access to justice, providing greater legal certainty.