he counsellor at my daughter’s school told me she suspects that my child is being sexually abused . After a “heart-to-heart” with my daughter she told me that my cohabitee had tried to fondle her on several occasions, but she managed to get away. I suspect even more. When I confronted him, he denied it, but then moved out. My daughter is now starting to tell me the whole story and we will probably go to the police. I want to be sure he gets maximum punishment for exploiting the family situation and trust he had. Is this possible ?
By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 09 May, 2022A cohabitee , as well as a married spouse, is regarded as a “family member” under the 1977 Penal Act relating to sexual offences against a minor and, if guilt is proved, then he qualify for the more severe grade of punishment applicable to family members for the particular offence.
Furthermore, if his guilt is proved, a civil wrong plea for financial compensation can be filed, for the emotional damage suffered as a result of the offence.