Reflections on a Rape Trial: The Role of Rape Myths and Jury Selection in the Outcome of a Trial  

Oleh:

Shepherd, Judy

Jenis: Article from Journal - e-Journal
Dalam koleksi: Affilia vol. 17 no. 1 (Feb. 2002), page 69-92.
Fulltext: 69.pdf (120.88KB)

Isi artikel

This article reviews arguments and jury deliberations froma rape trial that took place in spring 1999 and was retried 7 months later. It presents the circumstances of the case, the evidence and arguments of the prosecution and defense, discussions among jurors during the first trial, and the outcome of each trial. It also raises questions about the treatment of sexual assault victims in the courts, the effect of jury selection on the outcomes of trials, and the persistence of myths regarding women and sexual assault in American society.

Opini Anda

Klik untuk menuliskan opini Anda tentang koleksi ini!

Kembali