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Dobrindt Calls for Review of Self-Determination Law as SPD Rejects Changes

The clash follows the case of far-right convict Marla‑Svenja Liebich, whose upcoming custody in Chemnitz has intensified questions over gender change procedures.

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Eine Regenbogenfahne hängt an einer Absperrung vor dem Reichstagsgebäude in Berlin.
Die Union will das Selbstbestimmungsgesetz zur freien Wahl des Geschlechtseintrags reformieren - der Koalitionspartner SPD allerdings ist skeptisch.

Overview

  • Dobrindt labeled Liebich’s legal gender change a misuse of the law and urged a debate on reforms to prevent abuse.
  • SPD figures Falko Droßmann and Carmen Wegge dismissed broad tightening or rollback, framing the incident as an isolated abuse.
  • The coalition agreement foresees a formal evaluation of the Self-Determination Act by July 2026, which SPD lawmakers say should guide any decisions.
  • The law enables changes to legal gender entry and first name by declaration at a registry office without expert opinions or court proceedings.
  • Liebich, convicted in 2023 for incitement and bodily harm and sentenced to 18 months, is slated to enter prison on Friday, with reporting indicating likely placement in a women’s facility in Chemnitz.