My letter to The Straits Times
on the above matter is published today, Tuesday 3rd October 2017.
District Judge
Kenneth Yap recently correctly pointed out that there have been far too many upskirt
cases and there was a need for stiffer sentences (Ex-bank officer jailed for
upskirt videos; Sept 29).
But we should not just fine or jail those who do not respect a woman's modesty.
There are underlying issues that need to be addressed.
From the cases
reported, there appears to be a link between stress and voyeurism.
Those
caught include engineers, bank officers, salesmen and students who seem unable
to cope with the demands of daily life, are lonely or are just plain bored.
They may see taking upskirt videos as a means of escapism and for a cheap thrill.
However, once caught, they pay a heavy price for their offence.
Those who are convicted
are bound to lose their jobs, and both they and their loved ones can easily
fall into depression from the negative publicity.
They will also be shunned by friends and former office colleagues.
So, let’s not just punish the sinner, but condemn the sin as well.
To this end, it
is vital that voyeurs get mandatory treatment that includes counselling to rid
them of their obsession with support groups helping them along the way.
Raymond Anthony Fernando
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