Overview

• Researchers identified 429 victims and 215 accused officers in cases of sexual harassment, assault or rape between 2012 and 2025.
• Women comprise 76% of victims, minors account for 18%, and nearly half of assaults were committed by colleagues of the victims.
• Disclose’s data reveals that 21% of officers reported or convicted for sexual offenses have gone on to reoffend.
• The Ministry of the Interior affirms it opens an inquiry for every complaint but critics note that disciplinary measures are rare and often minimal.
• Since 2021 the gendarmerie has recorded 223 disciplinary actions for sexual misconduct, while only 18 police officers faced sanctions in equivalent cases.