Require sexual assault and rape cases be heard by multiple judges, with no jury

Closed 41 signatures

What the petition asks

I want sexual assault and rape cases to be decided by multiple judges who will then make a group decision, rather than guilt being decided by a jury. This would mean decisions are made by professionals who have studied and understand the law, rather than members of the public.

We think this is necessary because most jury members have not studied the law and we think don't know enough to know it. Juries get briefed on the law however it can be easily forgotten or not understood. We do not think it's right to have people that may not fully understand the law to be in a position of power in the justice system when it comes to sexual assault and rape cases.

Timeline

27 Mar 2024	Petition opened for signatures
29 May 2024	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 41

Status Closed

Department Ministry of Justice

Opened 27 Mar 2024

Closed 29 May 2024

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