Rape Trials in England and Wales Observing Justice and Rethinking Rape Myths /

In light of ongoing concerns about the treatment of survivors, Rape Trials in England and Wales critically examines court responses to rape and sexual assault. Using new data from an in-depth observational study of rape trials, this book asks why attempts to improve survivor experiences at court hav...

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Main Author: Smith, Olivia (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing, 2018.
Edition:1st ed. 2018.
Subjects:
Victimology.
Trials.
Sex and law.
Criminal justice, Administration of.
Critical criminology.
Sex crimes.
ISBN:9783319756745
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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. Introduction: Setting the Scene
  • Chapter 2. Rape Trial Practicalities: Delays, Special Measures & the Survivors' Experience
  • Chapter 3. Rape Myths & 'Rational' Ideals in Sex Offence Trials
  • Chapter 4. Sexual History Evidence in Rape Trials
  • Chapter 5. Stereotypes & Adversarial Justice in Rape Trials
  • Chapter 6. Cross-Examination, Fair Trial & Survivor Justice in Rape
  • Chapter 7. Where Next? Conclusions & Considerations for the Future of Rape Justice.

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