Rape: are men getting a fair trial?
Martin Geissler hears from Edith Forrest KC about why criminal defence lawyers are concerned men might not get a fair trial in rape cases.
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A High Court ruling last week has changed how corroboration can be used in sexual offence cases. Many of Scotland's leading criminal defence lawyers believe this could risk the accused’s right to a fair trial.
Edith Forrest KC talks to Martin Geissler about what has changed – and how that is impacting how cases are heard.
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