Elisabeth Mc Donald
Case #029 - David McNee
David McNee was beaten to death in his own home in 2003.
His killer was found guilty of manslaughter after using a provocation defence referred to as the 'gay panic' defence. Audio
Crimes NZ: The killing of David McNee
Jesse speaks to Professor Elisabeth McDonald about the case and use of 'provocation defence'. Audio
Defence lawyers still exploiting rape myths - Academic
A law professor says defence lawyers are still exploiting rape myths and it's no surprise many rape victims regret taking their cases to court.
Elisabeth McDonald from the University of Canterbury… Audio
Barriers to a Fair Rape Trial
Cross-examination strategies in rape trials remain resistant to reforms, which continues to negatively impact on complainants despite initiatives to improve the legal process. Professor Elisabeth… Audio
Rape culture and consent in New Zealand
Rape culture and the issue of consent has come to prominence in the last 12 months, with the likes of the Roast Busters case, the television film about Louise Nicholas' experiences and the tragic… Audio
Law professor hopes changes to sexual abuse trials will be made
A law professor, who has worked extensively on how sexual abuse are victims treated, is hopeful changes to the court system could soon be made. Audio
Law with Elisabeth McDonald - Rape prosecutions
Elisabeth McDonald is an Associate Professor of Law from Victoria University and author of the report is titled 'From "Real Rape" to Real Justice: Prosecuting Rape in New Zealand' published by… Audio