Perpetrators of Child Sexual Abuse in Uzbekistan May Face Life Imprisonment

Individuals convicted of sexual violence against children under 14 in Uzbekistan could face up to 25 years or life imprisonment. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed the new law, announced by Presidential Administration head Saida Mirziyoyeva. The legislation tightens penalties and removes conditional sentencing for crimes resulting in a child's death.

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