THE CRIME OF ONLINE CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION IN JORDANIAN LEGISLATION: A LEGAL-PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDY

Abstract

This research addresses a topic of great importance in our current era: the victim of this crime is a group unable or unwilling to comprehend the nature of their actions. This is especially true given that the internet has entered every home worldwide and is used more by children than others for entertainment, play, and socializing. Therefore, this crime is different from other sexual crimes that target children's bodies directly. Rather, its goal is often to achieve financial gain for the perpetrators. This crime is considered a cross-border crime, resulting in significant physical and psychological repercussions for the child (victim) or their family and relatives. Therefore, it is imperative for all countries to address such crimes. Through reviewing Jordanian legislation, I decided to shed light on this crime by analyzing the legal texts related to this crime, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately developing conclusions and recommendations that will help reduce its commission in the future.