This petition was submitted during the 2017–2019 Conservative government

Rejected petition Stop a victims underwear being evidence in a rape cases.

A 27 year old man in Cork, Ireland was acquitted of rape charges after his defense lawyers suggested the jurors take into consideration the underwear the victim was wearing on the night. He was found not guilty.

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https://meaww.com/ireland-rape-case-man-acquitted-victim-underwear-evidence-courtroom-internet-fury

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