Agenda Profile: Hanah Lahe
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance is firmly aimed at imposing stricter penalties for sexual offenses, criticizing the current situation where sentences are disproportionately lenient. This position is grounded in both values and outcomes, highlighting the necessity of improving the justice system's effectiveness in protecting victims. The speaker calls on the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs to take immediate steps to stiffen these penalties.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a detailed understanding of criminal justice policy, pointing to the lack of sufficient evidence and issues with court rulings where victims are often blamed. They specifically emphasize the necessity of consent legislation in the context of sexual offenses. This knowledge is derived from monitoring the media and staying informed about current affairs in Estonia.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and concerned, utilizing emotional appeals to emphasize the heinousness of the crimes and their trivialization within society. The speaker positions themselves as an informed "ordinary citizen" who demands concrete measures from the government.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the legal system and the courts, which allow perpetrators of sexual crimes to receive disproportionately light sentences. Societal attitudes that ridicule the crimes or blame the victims are also criticized.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly national, centering on life in Estonia, the media, and the issues within the Estonian legal system regarding the handling of sexual offenses.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Regarding social issues, the primary focus is on stricter punishment for sexual offenses (rape, harassment, pedophilia) and improving victim protection. The speaker strongly supports the adoption of a consent law to ensure justice and prevent victim blaming.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the tightening of criminal policy concerning sexual offenses and the emphasis on the necessity of a consent law. The objective is to ensure that these crimes are punished much more severely than they have been previously.
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