#victim-rights

#victim-rights

Cathal Crotty received a two-year jail sentence for violently attacking Natasha O'Brien after she intervened against his homophobic remarks.

A man was jailed for 16 years for a sustained campaign of abuse, including Scotland's first prosecution for stealthing, which is considered rape.

Judge My Anh Tran created new legal precedent in Australia to protect victims of privacy invasion after current laws proved insufficient.

Ms. O'Brien is upset about not being informed of her case date, emphasizing the need for better victim support in the justice system.

The Parole Board of Canada is reconsidering Paul Bernardo's potential release, amidst claims of victim families' rights being overlooked.

The justice system has once again failed the families of Kristen French and Leslie Mahaffy by denying them in-person victim impact statements at Paul Bernardo's parole hearing.

Seven students were charged with assault and hate crimes for violently attacking a man due to his sexual orientation.

The defendant was not convicted due to lack of motive and prior relationship with the victim.

Adnan Syed's conviction has been reinstated by Maryland's Supreme Court, necessitating a re-examination of the case hearings.

The ruling reflects ongoing tensions between legal procedures and victim representation in criminal law.

Nathaniel Radimak, notorious for road rage, was released early from prison, heightening fears among his victims.

A 67-year-old man was convicted of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman after allegedly spiking her drink.

Governor Newsom's veto of a bill extending the statute of limitations for juvenile sexual abuse victims denies them further opportunity for justice.

Harrods must disclose the number of NDAs related to abuse allegations during Fayed's ownership to understand the full scope of his actions.

The legal response to Michael Esposito's actions was criticized as insufficient, leaving the victim feeling anger and distress.

Charges reduced in rape case from dating app; victim angered by plea deals.