Section 230 Cda
/ˈsɛkʃən 230 si di eɪ/
Definitions
- (n.) A provision of the Communications Decency Act of 1996 that provides immunity to online platforms from liability for content created by their users.
Section 230 CDA protects social media companies from being sued over user-posted content.
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Commentary
Section 230 CDA is a foundational statute for internet law, often debated for its role in balancing free speech and platform responsibility.
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