Reacting to rape: Exploring mock jurors' assessments of complainant credibility.

摘要: This article discusses the findings of a study in which volunteers observed one nine mini rape trial reconstructions, and were asked to deliberate as group towards verdict. In context research with ‘real’ jurors is prohibited, these deliberations analysed better understand what goes on behind closed doors jury room cases. While previous has established that are often influenced by extra-legal factors relating complainant's behaviour before an alleged attack, this explored impact complainant conduct during post-assault assessments her credibility. More specifically, it examined effects (1) lack physical resistance; (2) delayed reporting; (3) calm emotional demeanour.