Proponents of the government's mass review of sexual violence cases argue that the initiative is a necessary and courageous step toward restoring public trust in the French judicial system. By mandating that prosecutors re-examine tens of thousands of files, the Ministry of Justice has demonstrated a commitment to accountability that was previously lacking. Supporters point out that identifying 1,000 high-priority cases allows the state to focus its limited resources on the most dangerous offenders, potentially preventing future tragedies.
This proactive approach is seen as a vital correction to past systemic failures, such as those highlighted by the Lyhanna case, where previous warnings about a suspect went unheeded. By increasing the number of judicial investigations and incarcerations, the government is sending a clear message that crimes against children will no longer be treated with bureaucratic indifference. For many, this effort represents the first time the state has systematically prioritized the safety of minors over administrative convenience.
Furthermore, the government’s push for legislative changes, including the potential for making crimes against minors imprescriptible, is viewed as a long-overdue reform. Supporters argue that these measures provide a stronger legal framework to protect the most vulnerable members of society. By acknowledging the scale of the problem, the state is finally aligning its legal response with the gravity of the harm inflicted on child victims, ensuring that justice is not just a theoretical concept but a practical reality.