More than three years after Brittany Higgins went public with her claim of rape, her case reached a conclusion of sorts.
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Prosecutor Drops Australia Parliament Rape Case, Citing Toll on Accuser
Mental trauma that Brittany Higgins faced from the proceedings presented a “significant and unacceptable risk” to her life, the prosecutor said.
Australian Judge Orders New Trial in Rape Case That Shook Capital
A former parliamentary staffer is accused of raping a colleague in the defense minister’s office. The judge said a juror had brought an article on sexual assault cases into the jury room against her instructions.
Brittany Higgins Takes the Stand
The first week of the high profile trial in Australia has highlighted some of the difficulties of prosecuting sexual assault cases.
Trial Opens for Bruce Lehrmann, Man Accused of Rape in Australia’s Parliament House
The trial of the Australian man accused of sexually assaulting Brittany Higgins will be viewed against the backdrop of the global #MeToo movement.
Does Keeping Jurors Unbiased Mean Keeping Everyone Else Quiet?
A journalist’s comments prompt the delay of a high-profile criminal trial, and everyone gets a reminder in how careful they need to be in discussing ongoing cases.
Australian Judge Delays Brittany Higgins Rape Trial
A journalist’s remarks ran afoul of tight limits on speech connected to criminal prosecutions, putting pause on a high-profile case about to start.
Australian Lawmakers Apologize for Sexual Harassment in Parliament
The move by the prime minister and others acknowledged calls for change after an account of rape inside the defense minister’s office.
Report: Rampant Sexual Harassment in Australia’s Parliament
A sweeping report lays out a cloistered, alcohol-fueled environment where powerful men violated boundaries unchecked.
Australian Police to Charge Man in Brittany Higgins Rape Case
Brittany Higgins had sent shock waves through the country when she said she was attacked by a co-worker in 2019.