Judge Bennathan’s sentencing of Russell Brand is praised for clearly debunking rape myths and exposing enablers, setting a significant legal precedent against sexual assault.
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Criminal Bar Association and campaigners hail Mr Justice Bennathan for delivering remarks with ‘piercing clarity’The judge who sentenced Russell Brand has been praised for dispelling rape myths with “piercing clarity”.Mr Justice Bennathan’s sentencing remarks were particularly welcomed given that rape myths had played a part in the trial. He was also lauded for calling out “enablers” who witnessed sexual assaults by the comedian. Continue reading...
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