Three-quarters of sexual violence survivors subjected to rape myths in court

A general view of the Royal courts of Jusrice in London Photograph: Toby Melville/Reuters

Three-quarters of survivors of sexual violence are subjected to rape myths during cross-examination, such as being asked what they were wearing or if they were out for revenge, according to research.

A report by the charity Victim Support said the court process was retraumatising victims, with one telling researchers: “You’re a piece of meat being pulled through the court system.”