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Kerry TD wanted tougher sentences for gangs grooming children

May 24, 2024 08:19 By radiokerrynews
Kerry TD wanted tougher sentences for gangs grooming children
Deputy Pa Daly, Sinn Féin. Photo By Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD
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It's now an offence for an adult to either force or encourage children to engage in criminal activity.

New laws come into force targeting those who groom kids to commit crime.

Those found guilty may face imprisonment of up to 12 months on summary conviction and up to five years on indictment.

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Sinn Féin Justice Spokesperson and Kerry TD Pa Daly would have preferred tougher sentences:

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