Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov proposed reintroducing the death penalty for horrific crimes against women and children at the end of September 2023. This decision was made after the latest horrific crimes in the country.
Repression against rape and murder of family members
President Japarov instructed the government to strengthen legislation to prevent the recurrence of violence and murder, especially against children, girls, and women. According to the seized document, the introduction of the death penalty is envisaged for every case of violence against children or rape of women.
Askat Alagozov, the press secretary of the head of state, commenting on the experience of this decision, specifically pointed to the case of a 17-year-old girl being raped and then killed. According to him, the suspect in the crime was detained in Bishkek, and the president took control of the situation.
Changes in legislation
In Kyrgyzstan, the death penalty was moratorium in 1998, but was completely abolished in 2007. After this, life imprisonment was imposed instead of the death penalty. Despite this, the courts continued to apply the death penalty. In 2010, Kyrgyzstan ratified a protocol prohibiting the death penalty in order to comply with international obligations.
If a decision is made to reinstate the death penalty, it is necessary to amend the country's Constitution and hold a referendum.
Conditions and factors
According to Japarov's testimony, he emphasized that crimes against children and women will not go unpunished. It is necessary to take additional measures to strictly punish criminals and ensure justice and fairness in society.
Conclusion
This initiative in Kyrgyzstan will lead society to vigorously resist complex and defined crimes. If the death penalty is introduced, this could lead to major changes in Kyrgyzstan's history. There is also a possibility that this decision will create problems related to higher courts and international politics.
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