Sexist and Sexual Outrages Rise by 17% in France in 2025
According to data released by the French Ministry of the Interior and analyzed by the Ministerial Statistical Service for Internal Security (SSMSI), sexist and sexual outrages in France increased by 17% in 2025, reaching a total of 3,900 recorded offenses. This surge marks a reversal from the previous year, which had seen the first decrease in such incidents. The report highlights that 26% of these recorded cases constitute crimes due to aggravating circumstances. Geographically, large urban centers are most affected, with the Paris metropolitan area recording the highest rate at 8.5 offenses per 100,000 inhabitants. Demographically, 97% of perpetrators are men, and nine out of ten victims are women. Notably, 14% of these offenses occurred on public transport. Since April 2023, aggravated sexist or sexual contempt has been reclassified from a contravention to a criminal offense, punishable by a fine of up to 3,750 euros, potentially accompanied by community service or citizenship training. These figures underscore ongoing challenges regarding gender-based harassment and public safety in French urban environments.
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Sexist and Sexual Outrages Rise by 17% in France in 2025
According to data released by the French Ministry of the Interior and analyzed by the Ministerial Statistical Service for Internal Security (SSMSI), sexist and sexual outrages in France increased by 17% in 2025, reaching a total of 3,900 recorded offenses. This surge marks a reversal from the previous year, which had seen the first decrease in such incidents. The report highlights that 26% of these recorded cases constitute crimes due to aggravating circumstances. Geographically, large urban centers are most affected, with the Paris metropolitan area recording the highest rate at 8.5 offenses per 100,000 inhabitants. Demographically, 97% of perpetrators are men, and nine out of ten victims are women. Notably, 14% of these offenses occurred on public transport. Since April 2023, aggravated sexist or sexual contempt has been reclassified from a contravention to a criminal offense, punishable by a fine of up to 3,750 euros, potentially accompanied by community service or citizenship training. These figures underscore ongoing challenges regarding gender-based harassment and public safety in French urban environments.
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