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Topic: Crime and Punishment

Annapolis scandal - should military rape cases be tried in civilian courts?

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A recent military sexual assault case highlights differences between military and civilian courts. Are military rape cases better suited in civilian courts?

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Background article: Aggressive tactics highlight the rigors of military rape cases

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At a time when the military is under attack for how it handles sexual violence in its ranks, the proceedings underway at the Washington Navy Yard offer a case study on why women in uniform are so reluctant to report sexual assaults. The hearing highlights significant disparities between the way the military and civilian world treat accusers and the accused. ... Read more

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0	Daniel Squires 371 Points 25 Comments By Daniel Squires Military law makes the offender accountable to local, state and federal(military) courts. There is no such thing as one or the other he or she will get all 3 court systems and pay in each.				0
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