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Mandatory Chemical Castration Considered for Serious Sex Offenders

5/22/2025

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Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is contemplating mandatory chemical castration for serious sex offenders, such as paedophiles and rapists, in England. This bold move comes after a pilot program revealed a staggering 60% drop in reoffending rates, signaling a potential shift in the criminal justice system to tackle soaring prison populations and enhance public safety.

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Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is contemplating mandatory chemical castration for serious sex offenders, such as paedophiles and rapists, in England. This bold move comes after a pilot program revealed a staggering 60% drop in reoffending rates, signaling a potential shift in the criminal justice system to tackle soaring prison populations and enhance public safety.