On October 6, 2026, members of the Socialist group in the National Assembly announced plans to introduce a proposed law that would ban the use of disfiguring weapons and lethal restraint techniques during student demonstrations. This move follows several days of protests that have turned violent, raising concerns about the number of injured students, some of whom have suffered serious harm. The proposed law is a direct response to the growing public outcry over the treatment of students during these demonstrations. The initiative is based on a petition submitted on October 5, 2026, through the National Assembly's citizen petition platform. The petition calls for an end to the use of disfiguring weapons and lethal restraint techniques during student protests and has already collected nearly 15,000 signatures. This level of support reflects the widespread concern among citizens about the safety of students during demonstrations. During a press conference, Deputy Mélanie Thomin of the Socialist group emphasized the need for law enforcement to exercise restraint and control. She specifically referenced a student in Lens who had his hand torn off by a grenade, calling this incident "the last straw." Thomin criticized the current approach as "repressive and counterproductive," arguing that it fails to maintain order effectively. She also suggested that students should not be treated as adults and pointed out that countries like Germany and other European Union members do not use such methods during student demonstrations. Earlier, Boris Vallaud had echoed similar sentiments on RMC, a French radio station. His comments aligned with the Socialist group's position, reinforcing the call for a change in how law enforcement interacts with student protesters. The proposed law aims to address these concerns and ensure that demonstrations are conducted in a manner that prioritizes student safety and avoids the use of excessive force.