The Criminal Liability of Selling Games that Incite Violence in Iraqi Law

Abstract

Games have diversified remarkably in recent years due to their evolution and the rise of the internet, encompassing both electronic and non-electronic types. They range widely, including educational, motivational, skill-development, and combat games. While games certainly create an atmosphere of enjoyment and relaxation, along with social and educational benefits, they also possess negative aspects. These drawbacks can leave psychological, health, and social consequences, especially those that incite violence, such as games resembling weapons, fireworks, or certain alarming electronic games flooding the market. The research confirms that the crime of selling violence-inciting games is considered an intentional crime. However, the Iraqi legislator has not explicitly provided for a ban on electronic games that promote violence. The widespread sale of these games in Iraqi society and other communities is attributed to the absence of regulatory bodies overseeing the shops that sell them..