Ireland’s Minister for Justice is set to seek Cabinet approval for new criminal offences targeting extreme and violent pornography. The proposed changes would create offences covering the possession, production, and distribution of material described as extreme or violent. In addition, the Minister is also seeking approval to introduce offences relating to acts of necrophilia. The government action follows a proposal to expand legal measures in this area, with the intent of addressing the handling and dissemination of the specified material and conduct.
The reporting indicates that the Cabinet decision will consider whether to establish these offences in Irish law. Details on definitions, enforcement, and scope are not provided in the summaries, but the overall approach described across the source is the establishment of criminal penalties connected to both the creation and circulation of extreme and violent content, as well as conduct involving necrophilia.
