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This research analyzed the legal nature and penalties of data capital destruction. The descriptive analytical approach was used. Moreover, the findings revealed that the Jordanian legislator stressed the penalties imposed for crimes of data destruction. This is applicable whether in the form of deprivation of liberty or a financial penalty, and whether the crime was a misdemeanor or a felony. Furthermore, the legislator resorted to withholding the discretionary authority of the judiciary in choosing between the two penalties. The recommendations stressed that the legislator reconsider Articles 7 and 6 of the Cybercrime Law so that these articles will limit penalty to the crimes actually committed. The principle of technical referral contained in Article 26 of the Cybercrime Law should also be dispensed with. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research aimed to shed light on the concept of the electronic testimony. It explained the electronic testimony's general and specific conditions, and the extent of its validity in criminal proof. Moreover, it examined the obstacles facing the electronic testimony, whether legal or technical, indicating the position of the Jordanian and Emirati legislators on it. The descriptive approach was used and the findings reflected that the Jordanian legislator has permitted conducting electronic testimony in all crimes. Furthermore, it permitted hearing witnesses electronically even if they are abroad. This is based on bilateral and collective agreements and treaties concluded between member states. Significantly, the studied legislators approved hearing the evidentiary testimony of anyone under fifteen years of age. They also permitted resorting to the assistance of a translator in the event that the holder of the electronic testimony is deaf or mute. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]