TikTok Account Owner Fined for Spreading False Information About Decree 168

On January 22, the Cybersecurity and High-Tech Crime Prevention Division of Dak Nong Provincial Police issued an administrative penalty decision against Mr. N.V.D., 47 years old, residing in Dak Song District, for posting false information on social media platforms.

Mr. D. admitted to his misconduct and committed to not repeating it (Photo: Hong Long).

Previously, Mr. N.V.D. used his personal TikTok account to repeatedly post content calling on people to oppose Decree 168. These posts contained fabricated information related to the decree, which regulates administrative penalties for violations in road traffic.

After the incident was discovered, authorities invited Mr. D. for questioning. During the meeting, he wrote a statement and admitted to disseminating false information. This misinformation not only negatively impacted public order but also created widespread anxiety among the public.

TikTok account owner N.V.D. posted numerous false statements about Decree 168 (Screenshot).

For this violation, Mr. N.V.D. was fined VND 5 million and committed to not repeating his actions in the future.

Consequences of Spreading False Information

Spreading false information on social media not only has negative impacts on public order but also erodes community trust in legal policies. Moreover, when misinformation spreads widely, it can lead to severe consequences such as social unrest or deep misunderstandings within the public.

According to legal experts, individuals must be aware of their responsibilities when participating in social media environments. Information sharing should be based on reliable sources, avoiding the spread of unverified or entirely false content.

Recommendations for Social Media Users

To minimize legal risks and contribute to a healthy online environment, users should follow these guidelines:

• Verify information sources: Before sharing, ensure the accuracy of the information from trusted sources.
• Do not spread fake news: Carefully consider before posting any content that could mislead or harm the community.
• Adhere to the law: Understand相关规定，请妥善使用网络社交媒体并为自己的行为负责。

通过这一事件，职能机关再次强调了提高法律意识在社区中的重要性，特别是在当前数字化时代。每个人都扮演着重要的角色，保护网络安全和维护社会稳定。

Conclusion: The administrative penalty imposed on the TikTok account owner N.V.D. serves as a strong warning to those who intentionally exploit social media to spread false information. To avoid unwanted consequences, users need to be more cautious and responsible when engaging in the online environment.

Source: Dan Tri Online