Problems with the Sexual Offences Act 2003

The Sexual Offences Act 2003 does not appear to mention attempts to commit any of the offenses therein contained. Should the defense be consent and any of the evidential presumptions contained in s.75 of the Act apply to the case, then considerable difficulties arise.

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Published in:Criminal law review 2005-04, p.290
Main Author: Rodwell, D A H
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Criminal justice
Law
Legal defense
Sex crimes
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Summary:The Sexual Offences Act 2003 does not appear to mention attempts to commit any of the offenses therein contained. Should the defense be consent and any of the evidential presumptions contained in s.75 of the Act apply to the case, then considerable difficulties arise.
ISSN:0011-135X