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In the legal slot today we look at how consent can be used as a defence by someone accused of serious sexual offending against a child. In a recent case in Auckland, a man was found guilty of the rape of a 12-year-old he had claimed pursued him for sex.
It's something victims' advocacy groups believe need to be changed.
To explain how the law works, Kathryn is joined by Paulette Benton-Greig, who's a senior lecturer in law at AUT and has worked in the areas of domestic and sexual violence.
Where to get help:
Victim Support 0800 842 846
Rape Crisis 0800 88 33 00
HELP Call 24/7 (Auckland): 09 623 1700, (Wellington): 04 801 6655 - push 0 at the menu
