Two high-profile sexual assault cases indicate a major shift in Czech society
This week saw a former MP sentenced to three years in prison for rape; today alleged victims of a Czech psychiastrist accused of rape take the stand.
Czech parliament passes landmark ruling to redefine rape
Czechia is set to shift to the 'no means no' principle of rape, which includes disapproval of intercourse based on gestures, crying, and other aspects.
First center dedicated to sexual violence victims opens in Prague
In Czechia, 54 percent of women have experienced sexual harassment or sexual violence, according to a recent survey conducted on 5,000 women.
Czech Republic set to redefine rape based on 'no means no' principle
If passed by parliament and enacted, courts would always consider sexual acts with children under 12 to be rape or sexual assault, not sexual abuse.
Former Czech MP gets three-year jail term for multiple charges of rape
After a two-year court investigation, the ruling judge found that the defendants presented a true and factual account of the events that happened.
New data shows domestic and sexual violence rising in Czechia
Although a disconcerting trend, this may be a reflection of more victims coming forward and improved police competence in dealing with cases.
Czech police chief issues apology for undermining rape victims
Martin Vondrášek clarified that he did not intend to downplay or trivialize the seriousness of sexual violence following contentious comments this week.
First specialized center for victims of sexual violence to open in Prague
The operators of the center have turned to the public for help to cover the final expenses needed for the launch.
Austrian police catch man wanted for raping a woman in Prague
The incident occurred in the early morning hours of June 17 in Prague's Letná neighborhood.
Czechia reverses plans to introduce financial punishment for rape
The new law will mean that convicted rapists must receive a prison sentence rather than only a financial penalty, which the state considered introducing.
Prague police ask for public's help in identifiying Letná park rape suspect
Newly released footage shows a man suspected of raping a young woman in the early hours of June 17.
Prague protest to demand urgent action against sexual and domestic violence
Protesters have routinely called for a new legal definition of rape and for Czechia's ratification of the Istanbul Convention. Neither has happened yet.
Court case adjourned in ex-MP rape investigation
Dominik Feri, who sat in the Chamber of Deputies for over three years, is facing trial for three counts of sexual assault.
New domestic violence law could go into effect in Czechia as early as 2024
The bill creates a stronger legal framework for defining the crime in an effort to more effectively help victims.
Czech government to propose new legal definition of rape
The current definition does not explicitly include the absence of consent.
UN members call on Czechia to adopt Istanbul Convention, fight Roma discrimination
In Czechia's fourth review by the UN Human Rights Council, there was praise for progress but some criticism in key areas.
Former MP Dominik Feri charged with rape
Prosecution for the former TOP 09 politician began almost two years after several women accused him of sexual violence.
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