Citation

Caringella-MacDonald S. Int. Rev. Victimology 1991; 1(4): 347-361.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1991, World Society of Victimology, Publisher SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/026975809100100405

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This examination of Michigan's model rape reform law focuses on the comparability between the treatment of sexual and other violent assaults. Discriminate function and correlation analyses were conducted to discern similarities and/or differences in the handling of assaults in a jurisdiction operating under the model reform code. Research results indicated that implementation achieved reform desires to rid unique requirements and practices in sexual assault case prosecutions in some areas, but that continued differential treatment persisted in other areas. The successes as well as failures in accomplishing reform goals are discussed. Conclusions emphasize the continual need for victim services and advocacy.

Language: en