The bill responds to law commission recommendations Over time, its new protections for complainants should help to improve victims’ trust and confidence in the justice system, which will in turn increase the currently low rates of reporting of sexual violence in new zealand. The law commission is an independent, publicly funded, central advisory body established by statute to undertake the systematic review, reform and development of the law of new zealand Its purpose is to help achieve law that is just, principled and accessible and that reflects the heritage and aspirations of the peoples of new zealand. Specifically, new zealand tort law sexual assault cases often involve evaluating the duty of care owed by individuals or institutions The law is a bit different if the harm happens to someone under 16, because it is a more serious offence for someone to do a sexual act with a minor
If you’re under 16, the law says you are too young to consent to someone doing a sexual act with you, even if you say you agree to it. Effects of sexual assault here you will find what some of the short and long term effects of sexual assaults on victims
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