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Rape (Defences) Bill

In progress

Currently at: 2nd reading in the Commons.

Originated in CommonsUpdated 30 October 2008

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Long title

To prohibit the defence of sleepwalking in proceedings relating to the offence of rape; and for connected purposes

Summary

The Bill would amend the Sexual Offences Act 2003 so that the defence of sleepwalking or non-insane automatism could not be used by defendants in rape cases.

Progress through Parliament

  1. 1st reading· Commons

    15 October 2008 – 15 October 2008

  2. 2nd reading· Commons

Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 342.