All articles tagged with #penal code
Afghanistan’s decree-based penal code imposes longer punishment for animal fighting than for domestic violence against women, formalizes gender and social class discrimination by granting husbands authority over wives and varying punishments by status, and has drawn criticism from UN rights officials who urge reversal for violating international obligations and restricting women’s rights.
Indonesia has begun enforcing its new penal code, replacing the colonial-era law with a modern system that criminalizes sex outside marriage, insults to state leaders, and expands blasphemy laws, marking a significant shift towards a more humane and culturally rooted legal framework, though some provisions raise concerns over civil liberties and enforcement.
Thousands protested in Slovakia against Prime Minister Robert Fico's plan to amend the penal code and abolish the special prosecutors’ office, which handles serious crimes such as graft, organized crime, and extremism. The proposed changes also include a reduction in punishments for corruption and other crimes, leading to widespread criticism at home and abroad. President Zuzana Čaputová and the European Parliament have expressed concerns about the impact on the rule of law and the fight against corruption.