Research has shown that online sexual harassment is widespread, including the sending of non-consensual sexual images. - AFP Relaxnews
Officials in Finland have proposed updating sexual offences laws to make sending unsolicited explicit photographs punishable by up to six months in prison, the justice ministry spokesman said on Tuesday.The draft legislation would broaden the definition of sexual harassment to include "harassment verbally, through pictures or messages, taking photos of another or exposing oneself," according to a statement.
The sentence would range from a fine to a prison sentence depending on the seriousness of the offence.
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