A CIBER-VIOLÊNCIA DOMÉSTICA: ANÁLISE JURÍDICA DO IMPACTO DO AMBIENTE DIGITAL NAS RELAÇÕES FAMILIARES E A EFETIVIDADE DA LEI MARIA DA PENHA

Abstract

This undergraduate thesis aims to analyze domestic cyber-violence as an extension and reconfiguration of traditional forms of violence against women, considering the digital environment as a space for reproducing power relations and control. The research is based on the understanding that domestic violence, historically linked to patriarchal structures, acquires new dynamics through information and communication technologies, increasing female vulnerability and creating new legal challenges. The study examines the effectiveness of the Maria da Penha Act in addressing these practices, particularly concerning protective measures and the accountability of perpetrators in crimes such as stalking, defamatory content, non-consensual intimate exposure, and digital monitoring. Furthermore, the work discusses the difficulties related to digital evidence, the need for cooperation between justice institutions and digital platforms, and the importance of public policies focused on prevention. The analysis indicates that, although relevant legislative advances have been made, there are still gaps in ensuring full protection for victims, requiring greater integration between digital education, data protection and state intervention. Therefore, combating domestic cyber-violence demands not only adequate legal mechanisms but also social and cultural transformation that promotes equality and respect for women's dignity.