Consent Law: A controversial approach
The Organic Law on Comprehensive Guarantee of Sexual Freedom, popularly known as the law of ‘Yes is yes’, was promulgated by 2022 by the former Equality Minister, Irene Montero. These regulations were to centralize consent in sex, but its application has generated intense debate.
Condemption Review: An unexpected result
Recently, the Provincial Court of Navarra has decided to reduce the penalty of two members of La Manada, José Ángel Prenda and Jesús Escudero, from 15 to 14 years old. This decision has aroused a great deal of controversy, as it occurs in a context where the law was designed to protect victims of sexual crimes.
The influence of the Supreme Court
The reduction of the penalty is not an isolated case. The Supreme Court had already established a precedent for reducing the sentence of another member of La Manada, Ángel Boza, with the same argument. This has forced the audience to follow this line, despite the objection of the accusation.
Controversy over the interpretation of the law
Proponents of the law argue that their intention was to strengthen the protection of victims, but the reductions in penalties have called into question the effectiveness of the regulations. Law experts have stated that the unification of crimes may have created a legal gap that benefits those convicted.
The dilemma of equality before the law
This situation opens a fundamental debate on patriarchal justice and its implications in society. The reduction of penalties is seen by some as a consequence of an erroneous interpretation of the law, while others argue that it reflects a structural failure in the judicial system.
An uncertain future for victims
The possibility of reviewing sentences for cases prior to the new legislation has generated concern between victims and feminist organizations. The question is whether this law, designed to protect, ends up harming those who wanted to defend.
Final reflections
The current situation invites us to reflect on the path that the legislation on sexual crimes must follow. The need for a more effective and coherent approach is more urgent than ever, in order to ensure that the laws actually protect victims instead of facilitating the impunity of criminals.