Review court system to address trial delays for rape and sexual abuse

We want the Government to review the court system in order to better prioritise and protect victims of rape and sexual abuse by preventing postponements of trial start dates. Victims can be left in limbo for months or years, which can cause further trauma and deny timely justice.

351 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Monday 6th October 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
1
Signature Deadline
Monday 6th April 2026
Estimated Final Signatures: 387

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Evidence from the Victims Commissioner shows that in July to September 2023, 21% of adult rape cases were rearranged on the day of trial.


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