Do you agree with the limitations placed on defense counsel by rape shield laws or do such restrictions interfere with the defendant's Sixth Amendment's right to confront witness against him? Explain the competing societal interests fully
What will be an ideal response?
ANSWER: Answers may vary: Rape is a vastly underreported crime. To encourage victims to come forward, rape shield laws were enacted to prevent the character-smearing tactics of defense counsel who would try to discredit a rape victim – not because of her version of the attack – but on her character to engage in sexual relations. Such tactics were/are common in rape cases because the primary issue in most cases is the victim's willingness to consent. On the other hand, a defendant has a right to confront witnesses against him and if a full exploration of the victim's sexual history and past will damage her credibility in the eyes of the jury, the defendant has a constitutional right to explore such litigation avenues.
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A. Procunier v. Martinez B. Pell v. Procunier C. Hudson v. Palmer D. Holt v. Sarver
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a. True b. False
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