Germany Toughens Date Rape Drug Laws, Introduces New Domestic Violence Measures

Germany Toughens Stance on Date Rape Drugs, Introduces New Measures for Domestic Violence VictimsGermany is stepping up its approach to date rape drugs, treating their use as if a weapon was involved in prosecutions. This change aims to provide stricter legal consequences for offenders and more justice for victims. The move comes as Germany grapples with a rise in sexual offenses, with nearly 54,000 women and girls victimized in 2024, a 2.1% increase from the previous year.In addition to addressing date rape drugs, the German government is also focusing on domestic violence, which disproportionately affects women. With a record high of nearly 266,000 victims in 2024, a 3.8% increase, the government has approved a new draft law allowing the use of electronic ankle monitors to track perpetrators. Victims can also request a separate device to warn them if an offender is nearby.Furthermore, the government has secured funding for a national app rollout, enabling victims of domestic abuse to secretly document incidents, providing crucial evidence for court proceedings.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.