Sexual History Evidence in Rape Trials: Is the Jury Out?

by Charlotte Herriott

This book provides an in-depth examination of current, high-profile debates about the use of sexual history evidence in rape trials and its impact on jurors. In doing so, it presents findings of the first mock jury dataset in England and Wales to explore how jurors interpret, discuss, and rely upon such evidence within their deliberations.

Drawing on both qualitative and quantitative insights from the 18 mock jury panels, the book highlights...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032384778
• ISBN13: 9781032384771
• Release Date: March 2023
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"