Source: limerickvoice.com 3/10/25 Newly elected Limerick TD Conor Sheehan has welcomed the opportunity to further explore proposals to introduce a register for those convicted of serious sexual assault or domestic violence. However, the Labour TD has warned that Ireland needs a justice system that doesn’t encourage vigilantism. TD Sheehan supports discussion on the sex offender register: Reacting to proposals by Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan to establish a register of those convicted of rape, serious sexual assault, or domestic violence which would be available to the public, Deputy Sheehan said: “It’s an idea…
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South Africa: Public registry fight – Delayed publication of sex offenders register allows thorough legislation review
Source: ewn.co.za 3/4/25 Last week, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi paused the publishing due to legal concerns. JOHANNESBURG – The Information Regulator believes a move to delay the publication of the sex offenders register is a positive step, citing it allows a thorough review of its alignment with Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) requirements. Last week, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi paused the publishing due to legal concerns. The Information Regulator has backed the decision, saying publishing the list must…
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