Lithuanian MEP backs discussion on chemical castration for child sex offenders
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- European Parliament member Virginijus Sinkevičius supports discussing chemical castration for individuals convicted of sexual offenses against children.
- He believes this treatment, which reduces libido, could lower recidivism rates, emphasizing voluntary consent and commitment to treatment.
- Sinkevičius also advocates for a registry to restrict convicted individuals from working with children and calls for long-term psychological support for victims.
European Parliament member Virginijus Sinkevičius has voiced support for initiating discussions on chemical castration for individuals who have committed sexual offenses against children. This medical treatment, administered through medication, aims to reduce sexual desire.
He believes that this could reduce the risk of such crimes recurring.
Sinkevičius highlighted that such treatment should be voluntary, requiring the individual's consent and a commitment not to discontinue the therapy. He stressed the importance of long-term psychological support for victims, noting that this is crucial for their recovery.
The person must agree to the treatment themselves.
Furthermore, Sinkevičius advocates for the establishment of a registry for convicted individuals. Such a registry would serve to limit their opportunities to work with children, thereby enhancing child protection measures. The article notes that this easy-to-read version was prepared using artificial intelligence and verified by an editor.
The person must commit to not discontinuing the treatment.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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