Austria: Crime

Bettina Knoetzl, Vice President of the Vienna Bar Association, addresses the alarming rise of online hate speech against women, highlighting that nearly 70% of gender-based hate crimes target girls and women. The article examines gaps in Austria's legal framework and proposes stronger protections through enhanced legislation, mandatory training for legal professionals, and effective damage claims to hold perpetrators accountable.

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