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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

In focus: Can chemical castration stop child abuse?

The debate around chemical castration has gained traction in Swedish politics, particularly in relation to handling sexual offenders ahead of the upcoming elections.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Serial rapist jailed for sexually touching Sydney schoolgirl

Graham James Kay, a 74-year-old serial rapist, has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison for sexually touching a 16-year-old schoolgirl in Sydney.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Youth Criminal Law: Moving Forward is not an Option, it is a Necessity

The article discusses the recent legislative progress in Argentina regarding the modification of the Youth Criminal Law, emphasizing the necessity for reforms to address serious crimes committed by minors.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The government proposes significant changes to prison sentences

The Finnish government has proposed the introduction of preventive detention for dangerous offenders and reforms to the release process for life sentence prisoners.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Trump spotlights victims of repeat offenders and illegal aliens in emotional SOTU

During his State of the Union address, President Trump highlighted crime victims, including Iryna Zarutska, and pledged justice for them.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ian Huntley was the lowest of the low in jail - 'even sex offenders don't like him'

Ian Huntley, the convicted Soham double killer, was attacked in prison, highlighting his unpopularity even among other inmates.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Domestic Violence: Finally Germany Wants to Restrain Violent Men

Germany is taking steps to address domestic violence by adopting measures inspired by Spain, including GPS tracking of offenders.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: 20 Criminal Offenders Deported to Afghanistan

Germany has deported twenty Afghan criminals on a charter flight to Kabul, marking a significant development in its immigration policy.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Record number on the Black List - car dealers are the 'worst offenders'

The number of companies neglecting recommendations from the Consumer Agency in Sweden has reached an all-time high, with car dealers identified as the primary offenders.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New rule to ban drivers who dump rubbish - and seize their vehicle

The UK House of Lords has proposed new penalties for fly-tipping offenders, including potential driving licence points and vehicle seizures.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Stabbing Crimes in Public Places: Over 40% Occur in Residential Areas, with Offenders Mostly Aged 50 and Older

A recent report reveals a significant rise in public stabbing incidents in Seoul, predominantly occurring in residential areas and involving offenders primarily over the age of 50.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

California sanctuary policies blamed after ICE arrests 9 sex offenders in Los Angeles

California's sanctuary policies are facing criticism following ICE's arrest of nine convicted sex offenders in Los Angeles.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Sexual Offenders: Missing Testimonies in the Epstein Files That Could Implicate Trump

The article discusses the absence of testimonies in the Jeffrey Epstein documents that could have incriminating implications for Donald Trump, amidst ongoing scrutiny of the government's handling of these files.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Convicted offenders to be easier to deport

Sweden's government plans to tighten rules for deporting convicted foreign criminals, expecting a sixfold increase in deportations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Lagos LG boss vows prosecution for domestic violence offenders

The Chairman of the Lekki Local Council in Lagos State has declared that domestic violence offenders will face prosecution to address the rising incidents of abuse against women and children.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Neumarkt in the Upper Palatinate: 13-Year-Old Beaten - Police are Searching for Offenders

A 13-year-old girl was assaulted by two other girls in Neumarkt, Germany, and required hospitalization following the attack.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Where to Place Dangerous Offenders? There is a Lack of Space and Staff in Detention Facilities

A report highlights the issues surrounding dangerous offenders being placed in detention facilities in Czechia, emphasizing a lack of capacity and personnel.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Trump mentions murdered Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska during address to Congress

During his address to Congress, President Donald Trump highlighted the tragic murder of Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, emphasizing concerns over repeat offenders.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Criminals with Full Pockets. Those Golden Reserves that Judges Guarantee to Robbers and Violent Offenders

The article discusses the high financial compensation claims criminals make against the state in Italy, often resulting in extensive legal battles.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Start of the alcohol lock obligation. What changes and how it works

Italy's implementation of the alcohol lock law begins, requiring installation of the device in cars of offenders caught driving under the influence.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The ICE now targets immigrants without records: the data that pits Kristi Noem against Trump

The article discusses how the U.S. ICE has begun detaining immigrants with no criminal records, contradicting previous claims by authorities about focusing on criminal offenders.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Courts Ignore STJ Understanding on Sexual Abuse of Vulnerable Persons

Brazilian courts have been disregarding a summary from the Superior Court of Justice regarding sexual abuse of vulnerable individuals, resulting in the acquittal of adult offenders.

Feb 23 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Taking the exam by car despite having the license revoked

The Civil Guard in Mรณstoles, Spain, is stopping drivers without points from taking their driving test in their own vehicles and has also arrested habitual offenders.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Guardian: The United States Claims to Be Deporting Criminals, Statistics Tell a Different Story

A report indicates that the majority of immigrants facing deportation in the U.S. do not have a criminal background, contradicting government claims of targeting serious offenders.

Feb 23 โ€ข 01:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Courts Expand Implementation of Violence Reduction Course

Latvian courts are increasingly requiring offenders to attend violence reduction courses as part of temporary protection measures for victims.

Feb 22 โ€ข 21:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

LAWMA recorded 1,023 illegal waste dumping cases in 2025 โ€“ Report

The Lagos Waste Management Authority reported over 1,000 illegal waste dumping cases in Lagos state for the year 2025, leading to legal actions against numerous offenders.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Psychological violence will become punishable this summer

The Swedish government is set to criminalize psychological violence starting July 1, imposing penalties of up to four years in prison for offenders.

Feb 22 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Domestic Companies Violated ESG Regulations, Receiving 2.5 Trillion Won in Fines Abroad Over the Past 10 Years

South Korean companies have collectively been fined over 2.5 trillion won for violating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations abroad over the past decade, with Kolon Industries and Hyundai among the major offenders.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Taking the rhyme and reason of rap behind bars to help young offenders

A rap program at the Riverina Youth Justice Centre aims to reduce recidivism among young offenders by providing a creative outlet through music.

Feb 22 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Sad tales of underage offenders jailed with adult criminals in juvenile prisons

The article discusses the detrimental effects of juvenile correctional facilities in Nigeria, where young offenders often emerge more hardened than when they entered.

Feb 22 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

A police operation against recidivism in Tarragona results in 33 arrests

A police operation targeting repeat offenders in Tarragona led to the arrest of 33 individuals with numerous prior offenses.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 30,000 serious offenses, such as drunk driving or street racing, have expired in RS; MPF investigates possible omission

Over 30,000 serious traffic violations in Rio Grande do Sul have expired, allowing offenders to avoid penalties, as the Federal Public Ministry investigates the lack of enforcement.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

ICE arrests illegal immigrants convicted of child rape, sexual assault, drug trafficking

ICE has arrested several illegal immigrants previously convicted of violent and sexual crimes as part of efforts to enforce immigration laws.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

In Disguise: Undercover

The article discusses a film scenario set in Syracuse in 1997 where an undercover cop, Lucas, uses his sexuality to trap potential offenders, complicating his own life when he develops feelings for a fellow gay officer.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

The arrest of a Brazilian man that shook a global network of child abusers

A Brazilian man known as Lubasa, who managed several major child sexual abuse forums on the dark web, was arrested by Brazilian Federal Police, revealing insights into a vast network of offenders.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Repeat offender labeled 'danger to the community' walks free after Biden autopen clemency

A repeat offender, previously deemed a danger to the community, has been released following a clemency order signed by President Biden with an autopen.

Feb 20 โ€ข 00:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Two new arrests from the 'Million Gang': one was wanted for robbing the influencer grandmother

Authorities have arrested two teenagers associated with the 'Million Gang' in connection with a series of robberies, including the robbery of 82-year-old influencer Mรณnica Mancini.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Uber in hot seat after probe finds violent offenders were cleared to drive passengers: report

Uber is facing scrutiny for its background check policies that allowed violent offenders to drive, prompting a review of its practices.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

NT's first women's prison to accommodate up to 95 offenders

The Northern Territory's first women's prison has opened in Alice Springs, designed to accommodate up to 95 women following renovations.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Jorge Glas is the only inmate at the Caรฑar Prison to have 'one hour of natural light' and also receives medical attention: 'All have been provided'

Ex-Vice President Jorge Glas is reportedly the only inmate at the Caรฑar Prison who receives an hour of natural light daily and attends medical appointments in a facility designed for high-risk criminal offenders.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Over a hundred juvenile offenders per year could in the future receive a special punishment

The Finnish government proposes extending the maximum duration of youth sentences, allowing for broader application based on the severity of the crime and the offender's background.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Yosef, killed at 14: The law must intervene. But not criminal law

The article discusses the implications of a recent murder by a 12-year-old in Germany and argues for a reconsideration of how the law treats juvenile offenders.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The red tax on illegal immigrants

The article discusses the perceived economic burden on Italians from taxes aimed at addressing illegal immigration and the judicial proceedings against repeat offenders.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Give youth prisons a chance

The article advocates for the implementation of youth imprisonment for serious offenders aged 13 to 17, arguing that it could prevent repeating past mistakes in handling juvenile crime.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

600 suspected drug offenders arrested in Bayelsa โ€“ NDLEA

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Bayelsa State has arrested 600 suspected drug offenders and seized over 621 kilograms of illicit drugs in 2025.

Feb 19 โ€ข 00:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Bengt Ohlsson: Why does everyone think it's so bad to put children in prison?

Bengt Ohlsson argues that society often misconstrues the implications of incarcerating violent child offenders, challenging the prevailing moral perspective.

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

I visited Vinicius Jr's home - he vowed to fight racists with nuclear option

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr has expressed his determination to combat racism in football, revealing plans to take decisive action against offenders after facing racial abuse.

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

600 arrested, 621kg of drugs seized in Bayelsa 2025 crackdown โ€“ NDLEA

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Bayelsa State reported the arrest of 600 suspected drug offenders and the seizure of over 621 kg of illicit drugs in a year-long crackdown.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

New sanctions: the keys to the traffic law reform in Cรณrdoba

The Cรณrdoba provincial government has updated its traffic law to include new concepts and penalties for offenders, which is now in effect.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Over a thousand suspected child sex offenders arrested every month

The UK sees a significant rise in arrests of suspected child sex offenders, now exceeding a thousand per month due to online normalization of child exploitation.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:54 UTC

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