Post by Markanite on Dec 4, 2022 14:07:51 GMT -5
Protections For Sexual Assault Victims
A resolution to restrict civil freedoms in the interest of moral decency.
Category: Moral Decency
Strength: Mild
Proposed by: Jedinsto
The World Assembly,
Reminding nations of a prior attempt to pass similar legislation,
Noting that such legislation was repealed due to inherent flaws,
Wishing to reinstate those protections for victims of sexual assault,
Hereby;
Requires that individuals who wish to report a sexual assault to the authorities be able to do so without;
Facing any form of punishment for doing so (except if the accusation is proven to be false, held to the same standard of proof as a sexual assault charge),
Any kind of intentional interference in reporting the crime,
Mandates that no person shall face harassment in any form on account of being a victim of sexual assault or making an accusation of sexual assault (except if the accusation is proven to be false, held to the same standard of proof as a sexual assault charge),
Establishes that there shall be no legally recognized difference in the severity or illegality of a sexual assault charge based on the sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, status as a prostitute, social standing, or economic or political status of the accused or of the accuser, except where hate crime legislation applies,
Requires that any person in violation of clauses one or two shall face civil penalties for their actions,
Recommends that schools within member nations educate their students about sexual assault and how to prevent it.
This is the discussion thread. To cast your vote, go HERE