Turkey Proposes Life Sentences for Children: A Solution or a New Risk?
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A proposed law in Turkey would allow aggravated life sentences for children, sparking debate over its effectiveness. Lawyer Seda Akço argues the measure obscures deeper issues in crime prevention and the prison system. “Increasing penalties removes the real problem from the agenda,” she said. Critics warn the move treats symptoms rather than root causes.