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Criminal and legal aspects of responsibility for sexual harassment

Abstract

This article examines the existing criminal legal aspects of responsibility for sexual harassment. The article provides an overview of legislative changes related to sexual harassment and their impact on the level of punishment for perpetrators. Special attention is paid to the concept of sexual harassment, their qualifications and sanctions provided for by criminal law. The study highlights the importance of effectively combating sexual harassment, as well as the need for continuous improvement of legislation and law enforcement practice in this area in order to ensure justice and protect women's rights in the Republic of Kazakhstan.