Child sex abuse crimes in France will not expire.
The French National Assembly voted to extend immunity for crimes against minors. This change was part of a law to protect children. The decision followed the murder of Lyhanna, a 11-year-old girl.
The French Assembly made crimes against minors unpunishable. This extends a rule that was before only for crimes against humanity. The vote happened while examining a bill to protect children. The decision came after the death of Lyhanna, who was kidnapped and allegedly assaulted. The government wants to quickly review 70,000 cases involving suspected abuse.
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Highlights
Impunity Extension Vote
The French National Assembly voted to extend the period of impunity for crimes against minors.
Lihanna Case Trigger
The murder of Lyhanna led to a major response regarding child abuse cases.
Unpunishable Crimes
The Assembly voted to make crimes against minors unpunishable.
Case Review Demand
The government wants to review 70,000 cases in five weeks.
Previous Impunity Scope
The principle of impunity was previously limited to crimes against humanity.
Perspectives
- The French National Assembly voted to extend impunity for crimes against minors.
- The decision follows the examination of a law to protect children.
- Thousands of previously uninvestigated sexual abuse cases are being reopened.
- Hundreds of suspects are in custody.
The government is demanding a rapid review of 70,000 cases within five weeks.
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The decision follows the examination of a child protection bill.
France24, FR