Algeria: Content moderation regulation in Law No. 14-04 on the Audiovisual Activity
Progress
Current status
in force
23 Mar 2014 in force
Scope
Implementers
Algeria
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
streaming service provider
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Law No. 14-04 on the Audiovisual Activity including content moderation regulation entered into force
On 23 March 2014, Law No. 14-04 on the Audiovisual Activity entered into force. The law mandates that audiovisual services must avoid broadcasting content that promotes violence, terrorism, or false information (Article 48). It requires neutrality i…
SourceEvent type
law
Action type
implementation
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government