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

by Olivia Smith

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3319756737
• ISBN13: 9783319756738
• Release Date: April 2018
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.8" x 8.3"