Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) says it strongly supports the amendments to the cybercrimes act tabled in parliament on Tuesday, by Technology Minister Dr. Andrew Wheatley.

JFJ says it particularly welcomes the new offence criminalising the non-consensual publication of intimate images.

According to JFJ, this was a gap it highlighted in its 2024 submission, to the Joint Select Committee, that reviewed the domestic violence act, where it advocated for stronger measures against such abusive conduct.

JFJ executive director, Mikel Jackson says by expanding the provision, to cover A-I-generated or fabricated content, it addresses the profound emotional, psycho-logical, and reputational damage caused, when intimate images are shared without consent.

She said JFJ views this reform as a meaningful advancement, in safeguarding personal dignity and privacy in an increasingly digital society.

According to Ms. Jackson, the lobby group commends the government’s decisive action through these amendments and urges the immediate passage of the legislation to deliver clear legal protections and redress for victims.

Meantime, JFJ also welcomes the increased penalties up to 20 years imprisonment for cyber offences committed against individuals under age 18, including unauthorised access, fraud or forgery, and the new intimate images offence.

Ms. Jackson states that while JFJ is in full support of the bill and urges its passage without delay, it echoes the concerns raised by the opposition.