Is this an honour crime?
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Is this an honour crime?http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-19153001David Champion, 50, from Swansea, and his wife Frances, hit daughter Jane for "bringing shame" on the family.
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Re: Is this an honour crime?Well I'm quoting the first sentence in the article.(Original post by james22)
If that quote is true then yes. Despite what the media says, honour crimes are not exlusive to muslims/asians (I'm assuming from the names these are not muslim or asian). -
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Re: Is this an honour crime?It's a crime. The concept of an "honour crime" is complete nonsense. If you think your child has brought shame on the family, ground them, stop giving them pocket money or take away their fun. Hitting your daughter is child abuse or assault (take your pick) and makes you a criminal.
