New Penal Code Implemented in Afghanistan, Only 15 Days Sentence for Violence Against Women
Afghanistan's new penal code, introduced by Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, prescribes just 15 days of imprisonment for domestic violence against women, while harsher penalties apply for animal fighting.
The UN demands that the Taliban revoke the penal code that legalizes violence against women
The UN calls for the Taliban to repeal a recently enacted penal code that permits violence against women and to adhere to international human rights obligations.
Senate approves bill that ends the relativization of rape of vulnerable individuals
The Brazilian Senate has approved a bill to amend the Penal Code, ensuring that penalties for the rape of vulnerable individuals will be applied regardless of the victim's sexual experience or resulting pregnancy.
The new Taliban penal code: 15 days in jail for breaking a woman's arm and five months for mistreating a camel
Afghanistan's new penal code allows a man to be imprisoned for only 15 days for breaking his wife's arm while providing a harsher penalty of five months for mistreating a camel, reflecting severe gender-based inequality in legal recourse.
'Why are the clerics in India silent?': Javed Akhtar outraged over Taliban's new laws
Javed Akhtar has expressed outrage over the Taliban's new penal code in Afghanistan, which severely restricts women's rights and subjects them to potential abuse from their husbands.
Survey for 'Rzeczpospolita'. Poles support milder penalties for offending religious feelings
A proposed amendment to Poland's penal code seeks to reduce penalties for offenses against religious feelings, largely influenced by a recent European Court of Human Rights ruling.
MPs approve reforms to the Penal Code against sexual abuse; goes to the Executive
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies unanimously approved reforms to the Federal Penal Code designed to redefine sexual abuse and increase penalties.
STT on Initiated Changes to the Penal Code: We Have No Data on Possible Illegal Compensation for Actions in the Seimas
The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service reports a lack of evidence regarding illegal lobbying amid ongoing discussions about changes to the Penal Code in the Seimas.
Lawmakers approve reform to classify and punish sexual harassment and stalking with prison time
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies unanimously approved reforms to the Federal Penal Code to classify and penalize sexual harassment and stalking with prison sentences.
Domestic violence now legal in Afghanistan as Taliban issue horror new laws
The Taliban's new penal code effectively legalizes domestic violence in Afghanistan by allowing husbands to physically punish their wives and children, as long as no severe injuries occur.
Milei urged to expedite another reform for the first quarter: he will promote the new Penal Code
Javier Milei is pushing for a speedy reform of the Penal Code as part of his administration's agenda while navigating political concessions.
Sánchez disdains his partners and approves the Junts law that toughens the punishment for repeat offenses
The Spanish Congress has approved a law supported by Junts that increases penalties for repeat offenders, with overwhelming support from conservative parties.
Proposed Amendments to the Penal Code Favorable to a Doctor Awaiting Sentencing for Drug Handling
Proposed amendments to Lithuania's Penal Code could lead to a more lenient sentence for biomedicine doctorate Ada Darinskas, who has connections to a well-known figure in the local business community, as stated by a legal committee official.
Economic news filter: Europe addresses the housing crisis, it could also help Slovakia
The Slovak Constitutional Court suspended a controversial amendment to the Penal Code that could have benefited a parliamentary vice-chairman accused of corruption.
The Constitutional Court intervened / Suspended the effectiveness of the amendment concerning informants, which was supposed to help Gašpar
The Constitutional Court of Slovakia has suspended the effectiveness of an amendment to the Penal Code related to the testimonies of informants, amidst concerns it could benefit a parliamentary vice-chairman facing charges.
The Church protests against the reform of the penal code. Bishops support imprisonment for the offense of religious feelings
The Polish Catholic Church and the Polish Autocphalous Orthodox Church oppose proposed changes to penal code regarding offenses against religious feelings, advocating for continued imprisonment as a penalty.
Youth Delinquency: Should the Excuse of Minor Status be Removed from the Penal Code?
The article discusses whether the legal excuse of minority should be abolished in France's Penal Code in light of rising youth crime.
Media: Police have started an investigation into the rape of a minor in Alytus
An investigation has been initiated by the police in Alytus regarding the sexual assault of a minor, with serious consequences outlined in the Penal Code.
Prosecution for a felony against the Colonel – Suspended, threatens loss of citizenship
A Colonel has been charged with serious felonies related to espionage and has been suspended for 18 months, facing the possibility of losing his Greek citizenship if convicted under the new Military Penal Code.
National Prosecutor Against Changes in the Penal Code. Wants Prison Sentences for Offending Religious Feelings
The National Prosecutor opposes amendments to the penal code regarding the offense of religious feelings, presenting arguments against the Ministry of Justice's proposed changes.
Žilinka challenges the amendment on informants at the Constitutional Court / The amendment undermines the state's ability to investigate corruption or organized crime, warns
General Prosecutor Maroš Žilinka has challenged a part of the amendment to the Penal Code concerning informants at the Constitutional Court, arguing that it hinders the state's ability to investigate serious crimes effectively.
Ewa Szadkowska: Tweaking the Penal Code
The article discusses Ewa Szadkowska's insights on changes in the penal code.
SNS faced resistance from Hlas and Žilinka: There is no reason for compromises with extremism, says the ruling party
The proposed amendment to the Penal Code aiming to reduce penalties for extremism is causing tension within the government coalition, with the Hlas party stating they will not support the changes proposed by SNS.
Kataryna: Minister, more courage
The Ministry of Justice justifies a proposed amendment to the Penal Code that would eliminate the possibility of imprisonment for insulting religious feelings, a change stemming from a decade-old interview with singer Doda.
Newsfilter: Unprecedented - Orbán is suing Ursula von der Leyen over Fico
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is taking legal action against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen regarding a recent amendment in Slovakia's penal code that introduces a new crime for denying and questioning the Beneš decrees.
Piotr Kładoczny: The crime of offending religious feelings should disappear from the penal code
The Polish Ministry of Justice plans to ease penalties for offending religious feelings, eliminating imprisonment for this offense, but opinions on whether this is a good move vary.
Ewa Szadkowska: Mr. Minister, what about Article 212 of the Penal Code?
Ewa Szadkowska questions the implications of Poland's penal code regarding the offense of religious feelings in light of past controversies.
Nicholas Małecki: The Three Kings and the Penal Code
The article explores the legal classification of the biblical event involving the Three Kings and Herod's devious intention to find the Christ Child, highlighting its complexities within criminal law.
I Doubt the Beneš Decrees
The article criticizes a new provision in the Slovak Penal Code that criminalizes the denial or questioning of the Beneš Decrees, arguing that it undermines the rule of law in Slovakia.