The Canadian Supreme Courthas issued a constitutional ruling on the extension of Canada'sRape Victim Protection Act, which was enacted by the Liberal Party four years ago. I will announce it today.
The rape victim protection law, which has been in force for decades in Canada,sexual assaultplaintiffs in cases do not use their sexual history to damage their credibility. The purpose is to do so. ..
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The criminal law states the following evidence: The petitioner's previous sexual activity unrelated to the accusation at hand is only permitted after a private hearing with the permission of the judge. can do.
Today's court ruling determines whether any extension of some of these laws in 2018 would infringe on the defendant's right to a fair trial.
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For these extensions At least 7 days in advance to give permission to the judge to recognize the attorney's right at a private hearing regarding the granting of the petitioner's status and evidence, and the defendant's private records of the plaintiff. What you have to request.
This included two separate appeals jointly heard by the Supreme Court, one filed by the accused and the other by the plaintiff.
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