Darmanin to Issue New Directives to Prosecutors on Addressing Rising Violence

The Justice Minister will meet with all prosecutors Monday to outline a policy focused on delivering swift and firm legal responses to recent violent crimes.

• Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has called a meeting with prosecutors to address a surge in violent incidents, including a fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old in Paris.
• A new penal policy circular will be issued, emphasizing swift and decisive legal action against violent crimes, with specific priorities to be detailed Monday evening.
• The circular aims to provide clear guidance for prosecutors, following a 2013 law restricting individual case directives from the Justice Ministry.
• Recent crime statistics reveal a rise in attempted homicides (up 11%), sexual violence (up 7%), and burglaries (up 4%) from mid-2023 to mid-2024, though homicides and armed robberies have decreased.
• Darmanin expressed gratitude to magistrates for their dedication in leading investigations and supporting victims effectively.

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