Per reports, after a not-guilty verdict in a sexual-assault case in which the victim said she had repeatedly refused, a constitutional objection was raised. Discussion continues over the verdict's standards and how the victim's testimony was assessed.

Standards for judging 'consent' in sex-crime cases have long been a core issue in legislation and case law in many countries. Experts stress the importance of due process that balances victim protection and the defendant's right to a defense.

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