Anonymity for victims of sexual offences Flashcards
Sexual offences anonymity
Lifelong anonymity to victims, as soon as an allegation is made, anonymity remains whether or not there is an investigation etc.
What offences are included in the ban?
Rape, Assault by penetration, Sexual activity with a child, sexual assault, meeting a child after sexual grooming wtc.
What situations can lifelong anonymity can be lifted?
- Victim gives WRITTEN consent (if 16+)
- If a case other than sexual offence in alleged
- By order of court at defendants request
- By order of the court to lift ‘substantial and resonable’ reporting restrictiosn
What does IPSO say about sexual offences?
Clause 7- Children in sex cases- ban on identifying children under 16 involved in sex cases
Clause 11- Victims of sexual assault- ban on identification unless there is justification
What is the key legislation for human trafficking?
Sexual offences act 1992
Modern Slavery act 2015
What restrictions are in place for victims of human trafficking?
SAME AS SEXUAL OFFENCES
What is the punishment for breaking anonymity?
Prosecution and liability for an unlimited fine
Does jigsaw identification apply?
YES
What does indictable-only and either-way mean?
indictable-only- the most serious and include murder, manslaughter and rape. These can only be tried in Crown Court.
either-way- A criminal offence that can be heard in the magistrates’ or Crown Court.
What are some examples of indictable-only sexual offences?
Rape, assault by penetration, causing or inciting a child under 13 or mental disorder to engage in sexual activity,
What are some examples of either-way sexual offences?
sexual assault, sexual activity with a child over 13 etc.
What is the act for FGM?
Female Genital Mutilation Act 2003- same automatic ban
What is the act for forced marriage offences?
Anti-social behaviour, crime and policing Act 2014. SAME AUTOMATIC BAN
