Study confirms ‘rape myths’ still persist in sexual offence trials
Sexual offence victims continue to face the perpetuation of ‘rape myths’ and invasive cross-examination during their trial, a study has revealed.
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New laws get tough on child sex abuse
The NSW government has overhauled the law around sexual offences .The terms ‘sexual touching’ and ‘sexual act’ are introduced, as is a ‘similar age’ defence….
The latest from the High Court: August 2014
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By THOMAS HURLEY.