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POLITICS & POLICY • JAPAN

Japan reconsiders stalking laws after fatal stabbing at Tokyo store

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Japan is reconsidering its stalking laws after a woman was killed by an ex-boyfriend who had previously been reported to police and was subject to a court order to stay away from her, according to the South China Morning Post. The article describes the case and review but does not specify a proposed legal change.

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The review concerns protections for people facing stalking and the response of police and courts in Japan. The supplied report identifies no direct U.S. consequence.