Sabirabad, Azerbaijan – Public outrage and concern have erupted following reports of a 64-year-old man allegedly committing acts of sexual violence against a 4-year-old girl in the Sabirabad district. The incident has sparked extensive discussion on social media, raising questions about the potential punishment the accused faces.
Commenting on the situation for Bizim.Media, lawyer Vusal Jafarov emphasized that criminal prosecution in such cases does not depend on a complaint being filed by the victim’s parents. Crimes against minors are considered socially dangerous, and the state is obligated to protect the rights of the underage. “Investigative bodies are required to investigate such cases regardless. Reconciliation does not exempt one from criminal liability,” the lawyer noted.
- Article 152: This article stipulates imprisonment from 4 to 8 years for sexual acts involving violence, the threat of violence, or exploiting the helpless state of the victim, if the victim has not reached the age of 14.
- Article 153.2: This article provides for imprisonment from 2 to 5 years for indecent acts committed against a person under the age of 14.
