Many girls do not return home from 'vacation' – they are forced into marriage

Forced marriage is a criminal offense in Germany, codified under Section 237 of the Criminal Code. The law explicitly addresses not only the act of forcing someone into marriage but also the coercion, threats, or deception used to compel individuals to travel abroad or to detain them with the intent of forcing them into marriage against their will.

The legislation aims to protect individuals from being subjected to unwanted marital unions through duress. It encompasses scenarios where individuals are lured or taken to another country under false pretenses or through forceful means, solely for the purpose of an arranged marriage they have not consented to.

The article highlights a concerning trend where many girls do not return home after going on "vacation," suggesting they are being subjected to forced marriages abroad. This implies a pattern of exploitation where individuals, potentially minors, are taken out of Germany under the guise of travel and subsequently forced into marriage.