Advocates say victims of rape by a spouse can now seek justice - under a new law closing a loophole that did not punish rape and sexual battery cases, when the victim is married to the alleged perpetrator. House Bill 161, signed into law by Gov. Mike DeWine, is a groundbreaking moment for Ohio - said Emily Gemar, director of public policy with the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence. .
under a new law closing a loophole that did not punish rape and sexual battery cases when the victim is married to the alleged perpetratorampnbspHouse Bill 161 signed into law by Gov
After end to spousal rape loophole, advocates look to housing, healthcare reforms to help sexual violence survivors yahoo.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from yahoo.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The Me Too movement prompted sexual abuse victims to come forward with their allegations of rape and harassment. Yet, the increase in these occurrences both nationally and statewide show repeated incidents. Sexual violence is a nonconsensual act, either through physical or verbal behavior. .