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Rape: Tips to Deal with the Tragedy and Reality

By Steven Rodriguez

Rape is a nightmare, something no woman should have to go through.  Rape also has two sides, and there are dangers on both sides.  Women have unfortunately lied about rape claims and ruined the lives of some men, and some men have done their best to lie about accusations made as well.  However, the issue of rape is real and it is a horror to everyone involved.  Rape, or sexual assault depending upon the type of act committed and the relationship of the individuals involved, has a more broad definition than simply a forced sexual act.  For example, is a woman is given a date-rape drug and then engages in sexual intercourse while under the influence, the other person can be convicted of rape.  If the alleged victim has a mental illness or is mentally handicapped, the sexual contact can be considered rape even if there is some sense that it is consensual...continue to full post

Full post as published by LA Criminal Defense Blog on March 25, 2008 (boomark / email).