Rape convictions jeopardised because clinicians ‘lack proper forensic training’
Two hours of training 'just isn't enough' expertise to withstand cross-examination, says expert
Prosecutions of accused rapists are being jeopardised by “inadequately trained” clinicians conducting forensic medical examinations that don’t stand up in court, a top forensic physician says.
Late last month, a Queensland audit report found rape victims were being left for hours in hospital waiting rooms or being refused forensic medical examinations because of a lack of trained clinicians.
