UK Veteran Convicted for Silent Prayer Near Abortion Clinic
UK Veteran Convicted for Silent Prayer in Landmark 'Thoughtcrime' Case · Caldron Pool 🔗
A UK veteran, Adam Smith-Connor, has been convicted for silent prayer near an abortion clinic, marking a significant legal precedent regarding anti-social behavior laws in the country. Smith-Connor was fined over £9,000 and received a two-year conditional discharge after breaching a Public Spaces Protection Order that prohibits protests and prayers related to abortion services. His silent prayers were motivated by personal loss, as he mourned the abortion of his son 22 years ago. The ruling has sparked concerns about the emergence of "thought crimes" in the UK, with advocates arguing that it threatens freedom of expression and religious practice.
What was Adam Smith-Connor convicted for?
Adam Smith-Connor was convicted for engaging in silent prayer near an abortion clinic, which was deemed a violation of a Public Spaces Protection Order prohibiting protests and prayers related to abortion services.
What are the implications of this ruling in the UK?
The ruling is seen as setting a legal precedent for policing "thought crimes" in England, raising concerns about the suppression of freedom of expression and religious practices.
What are the new laws regarding abortion clinics in England and Wales?
New laws will create 150-meter exclusion zones around abortion clinics, making it illegal to communicate, offer prayers, or even look at women considering abortion within these zones, potentially leading to fines and criminal charges for violators.