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The Jordan Press Association (JPA) ended on Monday, 30 June 2025, the legal grace period it had granted to individuals falsely claiming the title of “journalist” or “media professional” on social media platforms without being members of the JPA or employees of licensed media institutions.

Following the deadline, the JPA Council began taking legal measures against violators, with plans to refer them to court as part of a broader campaign to protect the profession from illegal practices—especially online.

The 30-day rectification period allowed individuals to modify names and bios that falsely suggested affiliation with the media profession. It also required them to remove any misleading titles or claims.

The council also decided to formally address the three branches of government—executive, legislative, and judicial—along with chambers of commerce and industry, unions, and political parties, urging them to only engage with registered JPA members, with the exception of employees in legally licensed media outlets.