Harsher Penalties for Sexual Offenses and Child Exploitation
This act increases prison sentences for sexual offenses against minors, including child sexual exploitation and possession of child pornography. Citizens may feel an increased sense of security due to stricter treatment of perpetrators of these crimes, aiming to better protect children.
Key points
Increased maximum prison sentences for sexual abuse of minors to life imprisonment.
Introduction of minimum prison sentences, e.g., 15 years for child sexual exploitation, with the possibility of life imprisonment.
Harsher penalties for repeat offenders, with minimum sentences ranging from 25 to 35 years or life imprisonment.
Extended sentences for activities related to child pornography materials, including up to life imprisonment.
Increased minimum penalties for interstate domestic violence in certain cases.
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