Egyptian MPs will begin discussing a draft law on Sunday that will introduce tougher penalties for assault, sexual harassment, and bullying.
The proposed legislation is aimed at crimes committed by individuals or groups in public or private places, workplaces, and on public transport.
Punishment will include imprisonment for between three and five years, as well as fines ranging from 200,000 pounds ($6,470) to 300,000 pounds.
Offenders will be subject to one of the two penalties or both, as deemed appropriate.
Offenders may face imprisonment for a minimum of seven years.
Bullying will be punished by imprisonment for a minimum of one year and a fine ranging from 20,000 to 100,000 pounds, he said.
“This penalty would apply, mainly, if the offense takes place in the workplace, on public or private transportation, or is committed by two or more people.”
