Complainant Gender Biases Jurors’ Judgments in Rape Cases Despite Equivalent Perceptions of Expert Evidence
Journal of Interpersonal Violence
Published online on January 12, 2026
Abstract
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Male versus female rape complainants are typically perceived as less credible. This study sought to (a) examine whether medical forensic expert testimony can moderate this bias; (b) retest complainant gender effects on verdict; and (c) assess gender role ...
Male versus female rape complainants are typically perceived as less credible. This study sought to (a) examine whether medical forensic expert testimony can moderate this bias; (b) retest complainant gender effects on verdict; and (c) assess gender role ...