Sexual Assault (HSC SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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Sexual assault crime status in NSW
Sexual assault crime status in NSW
Least reported crime with lowest conviction rates
Consent definition (sexual assault law)
Consent definition (sexual assault law)
Free & voluntary agreement by rational person able to decide
In camera
In camera
Proceedings held privately, only specified persons present
Complainant
Complainant
Person alleging sexual assault committed against them
% of cases where offender known to victim
% of cases where offender known to victim
70% or more
% of reported sexual offences proven at court (NSW)
% of reported sexual offences proven at court (NSW)
8% child offences, 10% adult offences
Criminal Justice Sexual Offences Taskforce (2004) output
Criminal Justice Sexual Offences Taskforce (2004) output
70 recommendations for implementation
2007 consent law reform key change
2007 consent law reform key change
Onus on defendant to prove consent (reversed)
Remote witness facilities available across NSW
Remote witness facilities available across NSW
78 locations
Central tension in sexual assault law reform
Central tension in sexual assault law reform
Victim protection vs accused's right to fair trial