RE 1.037.396/SP (Theme 987) e RE 1.057.258/ MG(Theme 533)
The liability of digital platforms for third-party content and the constitutionality of art. 19 of the Civil Framework for the Internet
Keywords:
Civil Liability, Digital Platforms, Civil Framework for the Internet, Third-Party ContentAbstract
The article analyzes the STF's landmark judgment on the liability of digital platforms for damages resulting from third-party generated content. It discusses the constitutionality of article 19 of the Civil Framework for the Internet, which requires a prior court order for the civil liability of providers, except in specific cases of crimes and fundamental rights violations. The author reflects on the balance between freedom of expression, the legal security of technology companies, and the protection of human dignity in the digital environment.
Received: August 2025 | Accepted: October 2025
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BRASIL. [Constituição (1988)]. Constituição da República Federativa do Brasil. Brasília, DF: Senado Federal.
BRASIL. Lei nº 12.965, de 23 de abril de 2014. Estabelece princípios, garantias, direitos e deveres para o uso da Internet no Brasil (Marco Civil da Internet). Brasília, DF: Presidência da República.
STF. Recurso Extraordinário 1.037.396 São Paulo. Relator: Min. Dias Toffoli. Tema 987 da Repercussão Geral.
STF. Recurso Extraordinário 1.057.258 Minas Gerais. Relator: Min. Luiz Fux. Tema 533 da Repercussão Geral.
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