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flag UK Supreme Court rules strict rape shield laws may violate fair trial rights, urging balanced evidence use.

flag The UK Supreme Court has ruled that Scotland’s strict application of rape shield laws risks violating defendants’ right to a fair trial under the European Convention on Human Rights. flag While dismissing two appeals, the court found that overly rigid exclusion of evidence about a complainant’s past sexual history undermines the accused’s ability to present a full defence, contrary to statutory provisions. flag The decision calls for greater judicial discretion in admitting such evidence, urging a balance between protecting complainants and ensuring fair trials. flag The ruling follows concerns raised by legal experts and media reports about potential wrongful convictions.

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