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Lahore High Court Rules WhatsApp Group Admins Not Automatically Liable
The Lahore High Court ruled that creating or administering a WhatsApp group does not automatically make a person liable for members' posts. The decision provides legal relief for group admins in Pakistan, clarifying that liability requires proof of intent or knowledge. This sets a precedent for social media accountability in the country.
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The ruling is a sensible check on overbroad liability, but its impact depends on how courts interpret 'intent or knowledge' in practice.
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