France’s justice minister has rejected calls to resign following public outrage over judicial failures linked to the killing of an 11-year-old girl. The case has renewed scrutiny of how sexual abuse allegations are handled across the country. According to the independent commission CIIVISE, only 7% of reported sexual assaults against minors lead to a conviction. Amid growing demands for reform, here is the story of Léa. Now 17, she filed a rape complaint at the age of 11. Six years later, no charges have been filed against the man she accuses, who still lives just 300 metres from her family home.
Further cases of violence emerge as Lyhanna's case puts French justice under pressure
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Thu 16:26 - The Guardian
Uproar in France as it emerges suspect in case of missing girl had rape allegations dismissed
Thu 21:05 - France 24
'Judicial system should believe victims first', activist says as body found in missing girl case
Fri 10:10 - France 24
France questions judicial system after girl's suspected murder
Fri 11:32 - BBC Europe
Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released
Fri 13:31 - Euronews
France's president blasts 'unacceptable' lapses over 11-year-old girl's suspected murderer
Fri 14:07 - France 24
Outcry over judicial missteps linked to missing girl prompts French govt reckoning
Sun 12:55 - France 24
Missing girl case exposes flaws in judicial system, expert says
Mon 14:12 - Euronews
France’s justice minister refuses to resign after outcry over girl’s killing
Mon 19:39 - France 24
France's justice minister decision not to resign 'may well be taken out of his hands'
Tue 07:01 - Euronews
'Heads must roll': France demands judicial overhaul after murder of 11-year-old girl
Tue 10:16 - France 24
French State in turmoil as it faces criticism over child protection
Tue 11:28 - France 24
French State and Justice Minister to be sued for 'gross negligence' over girl's rape
Tue 13:04 - France 24
French ministers discuss measures to better deal with child abuse cases
Tue 15:16 - France 24
Faced with growing outrage, French government presents new measures for child protection
Wed 09:51 - France 24
Further cases of violence emerge as Lyhanna's case puts French justice under pressure