Senior barrister John Riley from 23 Essex Street Chambers in London, and Hatti Suvari discuss what is meant by 'Myths in Criminal Law' and 'Special Measures in Court', the most common myths in criminal law, such as the misconception that most rapes take place with strangers, and what the differences are between the terms 'victim' and 'complainant'.  Also discussed, is what is meant by a 'intermediary person', how special measures in Court can assist vulnerable people, if a defendant can apply to have special measures in Court, and when special measures were introduced by the Courts. A very informative discussion on this interesting area of law, which includes key facts from the Government. #myths #criminallaw #misconception #victim #intermediaryperson #specialmeasures #specialmeasuresincourt #complainant #criminalcourt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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