What is it about?
This paper looks at how nudity is treated under the law in different European countries. It focuses on Poland, Ireland, and the European Union, comparing their laws on nudity. The research finds that while Poland and Ireland have similar criminal laws regarding nudity, there are differences in how they understand it. The paper also examines a proposed EU directive aimed at preventing the non-consensual sharing of intimate or altered images.
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Why is it important?
Understanding how nudity is treated under the law is important for several reasons. Firstly, it impacts individuals' rights and freedoms, particularly regarding their privacy and bodily autonomy. Secondly, it affects legal protections against non-consensual sharing or manipulation of intimate images, which can have serious consequences for victims. Additionally, inconsistencies in legal definitions and approaches to nudity across jurisdictions can create confusion and hinder the effective enforcement of laws. Therefore, clarifying the legal framework surrounding nudity can help protect individuals from harm and ensure that laws are applied consistently and fairly.
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This page is a summary of: Naked in the Eyes of the Law, European Journal of Crime Criminal Law and Criminal Justice, December 2023, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/15718174-bja10049.
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