France must rethink criminal justice response to sexual crimes
- Posted on June 8, 2026
- By Le Monde
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France must rethink criminal justice response to sexual crimes
EDITORIAL. After the death of an 11-year-old, Lyhanna, exposed possible failings in how repeated complaints against the suspect were handled, Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin warned of 'serious failings' in the justice system. Reform will require more funding, and avoiding anti-judge populism will be essential.