Cadem Poll: 88% Back Increased Penalties for Recruiting Minors, 84% Want Police in Critical Neighborhoods

A significant majority of Chileans support harsher penalties for individuals who recruit minors into criminal activities, according to the latest Plaza Pública Cadem survey. The poll, conducted in the first week of August, revealed that 88% of respondents favor increasing sentences for these crimes.

This strong backing for stricter measures aligns with the security plan recently announced by President Gabriel Boric's government. The survey indicates a clear public demand for decisive action against those exploiting young people for illicit purposes.

Furthermore, the Cadem poll highlighted widespread public concern over neighborhood safety. A substantial 84% of Chileans expressed a desire for increased police presence in critical areas, signaling a public call for enhanced security and order in communities perceived as vulnerable.

The survey results underscore a public consensus on the need for robust security policies, particularly concerning the protection of minors and the improvement of safety in at-risk neighborhoods. The findings suggest that the government's security initiatives resonate with public sentiment.