The trauma and unbelievable emotional turmoil that a rape survivor goes through is an incredible burden all on its own.
Now, consider that same individual being poked and prodded in court with probing questions about their sexual past that do not pertain to the situation at hand. Or, consider the case in which an innocent individual may be accused of sexual or other crimes, and the accused and accuser are not afforded a fair and balanced chance.
What is in place to help prevent these types of scenarios?