In France, abandoning a pet is legally classified as a serious criminal offense, punishable by up to three years in prison and a fine of up to €45,000 under Article 521-1 of the French Penal Code. The legislation makes clear that leaving an animal without care is considered cruelty, not a minor violation. The law also предусматриes harsher penalties in aggravated situations. If the abandonment places the animal’s life at risk or leads to its death, the sentence and fine can increase beyond the s

#Gravitas | The Taliban government in Afghanistan has approved a new Criminal Procedure Code for courts, sparking an outrage. It has not only legitimised slavery but also granted prosecution immunity to clerics. Molly Gambhir has further details | WION

#Gravitas | The Taliban government in Afghanistan has approved a new Criminal Procedure Code for courts, sparking an outrage. It has not only legitimised slavery but also granted prosecution immunity to clerics. @MollyGambhir has further details | WION