Should rape trials be conducted by a judge alone, without a jury?
The Scottish government has proposed a pilot scheme to hold rape trials without a jury, aiming to address conviction rates that are significantly lower than for other crimes. Critics, including many lawyers who boycotted the pilot, argue this erodes the fundamental right to a fair trial and that 'rape myths' should be tackled through juror education instead. Proponents argue that complex evidence and societal prejudices make juries unsuitable for these specific cases.
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