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Recommendation 13
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Paragraph: 64
Strengthen Section 53A of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and increase conviction penalties.
Conclusion
Section 53A of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 should be strengthened and penalties upon conviction increased to ensure comparability with other sexual and trafficking offences and to increase the deterrent value.
Paragraph Reference:
64
Government Response
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