The revision of section six of the Church's Code of Canon Law, which began in 2009, is the most comprehensive since the code was approved by Pope John Paul in 1983. The aim of the revisions is to reduce the discretion of authorities in imposing penalties and to ensure bishops follow the law. The new section, consisting of around 80 articles on crime and punishment, includes changes made to Church law since 1983 and introduces new categories. Monsignor Filippo Iannone, who led the project, noted a need to address leniency in penal law and the prioritization of mercy over justice. Sexual abuse of minors has been reclassified under a new category called "Offences Against Human Life, Dignity and Liberty" instead of the previous category of "Crimes Against Special Obligations." This new section now includes additional crimes such as grooming minors or vulnerable adults for sexual abuse and possessing child pornography.