While in 1997 capital offenses were extended to include...
While in 1997 capital offenses were extended to include skyjacking and sabotage, in March 1998 the Bangladesh cabinet approved the death penalty for crimes against women and children, including trafficking, rape and murder
While in 1997 capital offenses were extended to include skyjacking and sabotage, in March 1998 the Bangladesh cabinet approved the death penalty for crimes against women and children, including trafficking, rape and murder. The maximum punishment for such crimes was formerly 10 years in prison.