Introducing Criminal Justice in Action’s first season, Rape on Trial, where we examine how rape and serious sexual offences are investigated and prosecuted in England and Wales: how the criminal process works in these cases in practice, when it doesn't, and why it matters.

Criminal Justice in Action is a Scrutiny Media production.

Researched, written and presented by Dr Candida Saunders.

Music: Hopeless Waltz by Elena Smirnova.

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This is the first of two introductory episodes taking us straight to the heart of this season's topic; the investigation and prosecution of rape and serious sexual offences in the criminal justice system in England and Wales.

We're in court for the trial of Tariq who is charged with rape and false imprisonment.

**Listener discretion is advised**

If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please visit our website for information about help and support: https://www.criminaljusticeinaction.com

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The second of our two-part season opening and we're back in court for the final days of Tariq's trial for rape and false imprisonment.

**Listener discretion is advised**

If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please visit our website https://criminaljusticeinaction.com for information about help and support.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.