LDP Proposes “Fake Identity Investigations” to Tackle Illegal Part-Time Jobs

On the 5th, the Liberal Democratic Party’s Public Safety, Terrorism and Cybercrime Countermeasures Research Committee (chaired by Takaichi Sanae) compiled urgent proposals to strengthen countermeasures in light of the recent spate of robberies committed by unlicensed part-time workers. It clearly states that consideration should be given to introducing a system in which police officers would disguise their identities. In order to eliminate concerns that the move may violate current laws, they urged the government to establish guidelines and clearly explain the legitimacy of the move. The bill calls for strict identity verification from businesses offering highly confidential communication apps, and also mentions that they will be prohibited from providing services to those who do not comply. It will be submitted to the government soon. The proposal emphasizes that virtual identity investigations, in which investigators apply for illegal part-time jobs, are effective in apprehending perpetrators. “An investigation that can be deemed a legitimate act under the criminal law should be carried out as soon as possible,” he said. Kyodo News, 12/5 (Thu) 18:48.

闇バイトに「仮装身分捜査」検討　自民調査会が緊急提言（共同通信） - Yahoo!ニュース

自民党の治安・テロ・サイバー犯罪対策調査会（高市早苗会長）は5日、闇バイトによる強盗事件が相次ぐ事態を踏まえ、対策を強化する緊急提言をまとめた。警察官が身分を偽装する「仮装身分捜査」導入を検討する

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