Prevention of Organised Crimes Bill
Sri Lankan government introduced controversial legislation aimed at combating organized crime, which has drawn criticism from human rights advocates and civil society organizations. Critics argue the bill grants excessive police powers and threatens civil liberties.
"We've finally solved crime—by making it illegal to exist in a way that makes cops uncomfortable. Next they'll probably ban bad haircuts and awkward posture. Truly revolutionary stuff."
The #SriLanka government claimed it would bring reform, yet it pushes a legislative monstrosity that lets police detain people under loosely framed offences. Silencing labor unions, activists, and critics is not security; it’s systemic oppression. @hrw https://t.co/6xHCOHadMX
#SriLanka’s new Prevention of Organised Crimes Bill is pure authoritarian overreach disguised as law enforcement. Giving police the power to lock people up based on what they wear, their tattoos, or who they associate with is criminalizing lifestyle, not crime. 1/2 @rangaba