#victims-rights

#victims-rights

Gisele Pelicot's trial reveals both her bravery and the potential challenges for other sexual assault victims thinking about coming forward.

Gisele Pelicot believes in the power of visibility and societal change following her participation in the trial.

Gisele Pelicot exemplifies strength and resilience in the battle against sexual violence, emerging as a powerful advocate for victims in France.

A former priest's sentence for sexual abuse was halved on appeal despite his prior convictions and multiple offenses against minors.

Mohamed Al Fayed has been accused of sexually abusing numerous women during his tenure as the owner of Harrods, prompting investigations and public outcry.

Welby's leadership failed to properly address the Church's historical sexual abuse scandals, particularly those involving John Smyth.

The French Catholic Church will release records on sexual abuse allegations against Abbe Pierre, who was venerated as a saint-like figure for his humanitarian work.

Darius Paduch sentenced to life for sexually abusing male patients over a decade, including minors, at prestigious hospitals.

Stuart Worby was sentenced to 12 years for deceitfully causing a woman to lose her pregnancy through abortion tablets.

The lawyer criticizes the new LA District Attorney for politicizing the Menendez brothers' case and urges him to engage with the victims' family members.

Two men were convicted in a federal sex trafficking and prostitution ring in Flushing, facing severe prison sentences.

A California man is in custody for a series of alleged drug-facilitated rapes, with at least one victim dying during an assault.

A predator has been sentenced to life for the rape and manslaughter of NHS worker Natalie Shotter, highlighting the dangers of targeting the vulnerable.

The lawyer representing victims of John Worboys is now working with women alleging sexual assault by Mohamed Al Fayed, raising questions about police investigations.

High-profile attorney Tony Buzbee is vetting over 3,800 assault claims against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, focusing on allegations of sexual misconduct and trafficking.

Sean Diddy Combs faces multiple severe allegations of sexual misconduct, including rape and assault, from more than 100 plaintiffs.

Judge denies motion to ease home detention for Jon Jacobo due to serious sexual assault charges and multiple victims involved.

Jade McCrossen-Nethercott's case reveals serious flaws in the CPS and the urgent need for reform regarding victims' rights in sexual assault cases.

A Houston attorney represents 120 individuals alleging sexual assault by Sean 'Diddy' Combs, with plans to file related lawsuits within 30 days.

The FBI inadequately investigated child sexual abuse cases, causing additional harm to victims, as highlighted in the Office of Inspector General's new audit.

Apple is being sued for failing to protect child sexual abuse victims by not implementing their own tools to detect and remove abusive images.

An alleged child sex predator arrested decades later is now facing a civil lawsuit for an assault reported 30 years ago.

Archbishop Justin Welby resigned due to outrage over the Church of England's handling of abuse scandals and to protect its interests.

Keir Starmer expresses serious concerns about the handling of abuse allegations within the Church, supporting victims but leaving church leadership accountability unaddressed.

Mina Smallman cannot forgive police officers for taking photos of her daughters' dead bodies, views their actions as a violation.

Pandemic-related court backlogs may lead to dismissals of serious criminal cases, affecting victims' access to justice.

Victim Lacey, assaulted by a group, leaves her and her family seeking justice and safety.

The Elderly Parole Program raises significant concerns regarding the early release of violent offenders and its impact on victims and public safety.

Police are trivializing stalking cases, leading to severe consequences for victims, including potential harm or even death.

The Metropolitan Police's handling of sexual offence complaints against Mohamed Al Fayed raises serious concerns about their commitment to addressing abuse victims' claims.

The Victims' Right to Review scheme needs reform to prevent miscarriages of justice and support victims in challenging flawed CPS decisions.

Victims of sexual abuse were unaware of a government pilot scheme for free court transcripts, impacting their recovery process.

Victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence are being charged high fees to access court transcripts after being advised not to attend court.

This leaves victims with unanswered questions about their court cases and forces them to pay for the transcripts to obtain answers.

Misguided advice from police, prosecutors, and barristers is causing victims to miss out on important information and potentially hindering their chances of justice.

Families of 737 Max crash victims are seeking a trial against Boeing, deeming the plea agreement with federal prosecutors inadequate.

Public inquiries need reform to restore trust and ensure action on recommendations, with suggested deadlines and monitoring committees to enhance accountability.

Survivors express disappointment as House of Lords rejects free court transcript request for victims.

Ocasio-Cortez advocates for legislation to support victims of nonconsensual AI porn, emphasizing the urgent need for legal redress and protection.

Helen Newlove, victims' commissioner, calls for stronger legislation to protect victims of crime in the UK.

She specifically calls for the victims' code to be enshrined in law and for tougher rules to protect the privacy of rape and sexual assault victims.

Justice for Grenfell is still unattained after years of inquiries, highlighting systemic failures in accountability and the ongoing struggle for closure for victims' families.

Victims of the Grenfell Tower disaster face a prolonged wait of at least three years for justice regarding the criminal culpability for the tragedy.