Assault and battery
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Serious assault
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New technologies, unauthorised visual images and sexual assault
National research literature and public debate regarding the capture and distribution of unauthorised visual images has recently been increasing. Such debate has focused on these unauthorised images being voyeuristic or an invasion of privacy (e.g., images captured on mobile phones in locker rooms); being used for cyber bullying (e.g., distributed widely via email or mobile...
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Homelessness and sexual assault
This article considers the needs of victim/survivors of sexual assault who are also experiencing homelessness. Reducing homelessness and supporting those without stable, secure accommodation calls for a "trauma-informed" model of service delivery. The characteristics of this model and its implications for accommodation solutions, workforce devlopment and the evidence-base are discussed.
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Evidence Act 2001 Sections 97, 98 & 101 and Hoch's case: Admissibility of 'tendency' and 'coincidence' evidence in sexual assault cases with multiple complainants
The Tasmania Law Reform Institute (TLRI) is inviting the public to comment on the conduct of sexual assault court cases where an accused is charged with offences against multiple complainants. The paper examines how allegations of concocted evidence are dealt with in the trial process where there are several complainants. The paper seeks feedback on...
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Violence in public places: explanations and solutions
Australian states have seen a recent upsurge in antisocial behaviour, including violence, in public places. Victoria Police commissioned Australia 21 to conduct a roundtable and prepare a report on the issue.
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An assault on our future: the impact of violence on young people and their relationships
This report examines how violence against women specifically affects children and young people. It looks at the nature of violence they experience in their homes and their own relationships.