What has changed in the way rape cases are heard?
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 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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