In 1991,section 276 of the Criminal Code (The So-Called "Rape

question 54

Multiple Choice

In 1991,section 276 of the Criminal Code (the so-called "rape shield" provision) was struck down by the Supreme Court.What was the rationale used by the court to rule that this provision was unconstitutional?

• A) because it could deny the accused his right to a fair trial
• B) because it effectively resulted in the victim being on trial
• C) because a women's sexual past is key to the guilt or innocence of the accused
• D) because the complainant's name may be released to the public at the time of the trial

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