HIBAPRESS – Abdellatif Baraka
The "Don't Touch My Child" organization expressed deep regret regarding the sentence issued against a teacher accused of indecent assault on a minor student in the city of Fez, which sentenced him to six months in prison, considering that the penalty is not commensurate with the seriousness of the act committed and does not achieve the expected justice for the victim.
The organization considered that such rulings shock the victims and their families, due to the profound psychological impact they leave, especially when the aggressor is a person in a position of authority and trust within the educational space.
"Don't Touch My Child" affirmed its respect for the judicial institution, but stressed its full support for the victim in following up on the legal procedures available to appeal the ruling, hoping to review it in a way that achieves justice and protects the rights of minors from all forms of violence and exploitation.
The organization also warned that leniency in these crimes may encourage further transgressions, especially when the perpetrator is one of the guardians or officials who are supposed to protect children, calling for harsher penalties to ensure justice and accountability.
