Part 5: Virginity Testing and Hymenoplasty Offences Virginity testing offences: Northern Ireland Section 147: Virginity testing offences in Northern Ireland: penalties
This section deals with the mode of trial and maximum penalties for the new offences in Northern Ireland. They are triable either way and carry a maximum 5-year custodial sentence on indictment or an unlimited fine, or both.
	The maximum sentence reflects the long-term physical and psychological detrimental effects virginity testing can have on the victim.