Law Protects Children from Online Predators, Expands Police Powers
Protecting Children Online
This proposed law, called "Corinne's Quest," wants to change the Criminal Code to better protect children online. Right now, it's not always illegal for an adult to ask a child for sexually suggestive pictures. This proposed law would make it a crime for adults to ask children for these kinds of images. This change would affect all adults in Canada who use the internet. It would also affect children who use the internet, as it aims to make their online experiences safer. It would give police and courts more power to go after adults who try to exploit children online. This proposed law is important because it recognizes that children are vulnerable online. It tries to close a loophole in the law that could allow online predators to get away with harming children. By making it illegal to ask for sexual images, the proposed law hopes to prevent child exploitation and protect children from online harm.
Where this proposed law falls on the policy spectrums that Canadians care about
The bill focuses on criminalizing certain online behaviors targeting children, specifically requesting sexual images. This aligns with a 'tough on crime' approach, emphasizing punishment and deterrence.
By protecting children from online exploitation and sexual abuse, the bill promotes the safety and well-being of a vulnerable group, aligning with proactive equity and inclusion measures.
This bill has not yet been published on the government website.
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How likely this proposed law is to be approved
Private member's bills rarely pass, even when they reach later stages. While it has progressed, it still faces significant hurdles to become law.
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