Agenda Profile: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The political focus is on ensuring justice within the penal system, stressing that the current flat-rate fines are not punitive for the wealthy. This stance advocates for an income-related fine system (known as 'day fines' or 'unit fines'), which has been formally presented to the minister as a question. The position is value-driven, centered on achieving social equality in punishment.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the social inequality inherent in the fine system and proposes an alternative solution (linking fines to income). The expertise lies at the intersection of criminal law and social justice. There are no references to technical data or statisticians, but the problem statement is clearly defined.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful (using the addresses "Honorable Presiding Officer" and "Honorable Minister"), yet critical in substance. A rhetorical question is used to present a political challenge and highlight the system's inefficiency. The argumentation is logical, focusing on the fulfillment of the purpose of the punishment.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at the government's (or minister's) inaction or inability to address the inequality inherent in the fine system. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing specifically on how the current system fails to ensure that penalties have a meaningful impact on wealthy individuals. While there is no information regarding a willingness to compromise, a clear alternative proposal has been put forward.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on nationally applicable amendments to the Penal Code and the reform of the fine system. There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
The economic perspective advocates for a progressive approach to financial penalties, stressing social equity. The objective is to ensure that fines are income-proportional, guaranteeing that they act as a deterrent across all socioeconomic strata.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is economic inequality and its impact on the penal system. The speaker emphasizes the need to ensure that the law is fair to both the poor and the rich, so that the punishment is equally felt by everyone.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft bill (415 SE) amending the Penal Code, which concerns increasing the unit fine. The speaker is critical of the bill in its current form and wishes to incorporate an income-related fine system. Consequently, the speaker is positioned as either an initiator or a supporter of the reform who is seeking these changes.
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