Criminalisation Of Children Not The Answer In Statutory Rape

Dr Farah Nini Dusuki, Chief Children’s Commissioner, Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM)

29-Sep-25 08:30

Criminalisation Of Children Not The Answer In Statutory Rape

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The controversial proposal for both parties to be held accountable in statutory rape cases, including underaged girls has sparked outrage and heated debate. Chief Children's Commissioner Dr. Farah Nini Dusuki reminds us why statutory rape provisions are crucial to protect the interests of children, and also discusses diversion mechanisms for underaged boys.

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Categories: controversies, Law/Activism

Tags: statutory rape, minors, justice, Legal framework, law,

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