Could Juryless Trials Improve Rape Conviction Rates? – Each Other

Posted June 13th, 2023 in consultations, juries, Law Commission, news, rape, trial without jury by sally

‘The Law Commission of England and Wales is considering whether juryless trials could help improve rape conviction rates. All rape and attempted rape trials in England and Wales are currently held before a jury of 12 people, who listen to the evidence and decide unanimously whether the accused is innocent or guilty.’

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Each Other, 12th June 2023

Source: eachother.org.uk