Child Abuse Murder Aggravated Punishment Act Passed in National Assembly Plenary Session

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] The Special Act on the Punishment of Child Abuse Crimes, which establishes the crime of child abuse homicide, passed the National Assembly plenary session on the 26th.

On the same day, the National Assembly held a plenary session and approved the "Special Act on the Punishment of Child Abuse Crimes" with 252 votes in favor, 1 against, and 1 abstention out of 254 members present.

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The amendment establishes the crime of child abuse homicide and stipulates that those who kill a child may be sentenced to death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment for at least seven years. This was prepared to impose heavier penalties on those who commit child abuse crimes resulting in the death of a child, as fatal cases of child abuse have continued to occur.

Additionally, the appointment of a public defender for the victimized child is made mandatory. This aims to protect the rights and interests of the victimized child during the investigation and trial process of child abuse crimes.

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