Acquittals After Sex with Twelve-Year-Old in Vienna: Investigations in Another Case

As the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office confirmed to the APA a report by the "Kronen Zeitung", the youths are said to have been sexually abusive towards another twelve-year-old. The prosecution remained tight-lipped and referred to the ongoing investigation.

Accordingly, neither the number of suspects nor the nature of the offense is disclosed. However, investigations are being conducted against several accused, some of whom were already in court last week, according to the prosecution. It is again a twelve-year-old girl.

Acquittals in Vienna: Friday's Verdict Widely Discussed

On Friday, ten boys in Vienna were not legally acquitted in the trial for sexual acts with the then twelve-year-old. For the court, the offenses of violation of sexual self-determination and sexual coercion were not present. This decision has been discussed since. Justice Minister Anna Sporrer (SPÖ) announced on Monday a "further development of sexual criminal law." She wants to implement the consent principle "Only Yes Means Yes."

The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office is contesting the acquittals and has filed nullity complaints on the ministry's instructions. The Supreme Court (OGH) will have to deal with this case.

(APA/Red)

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