The Czech statute books are set for a significant change. After a lower house debate on Wednesday rape will be defined as non-consensual sex, rather than the current forcible sex. The new bill also gives greater protection to the under 12s in this area.
One-hundred and 68 votes for, zero votes against. Politicians from all parties in the Czech Chamber of Deputies raised their hands in unison on Wednesday to overhaul the definition of rape in the country’s statue books.
At present rape is defined as forcible sexual intercourse. But once the new legislation takes effect this will be replaced by a definition of non-consensual intercourse.
Under the government amendment, disapproval can also be indicated non-verbally, through gestures, crying or adopting a defensive posture.
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Author: Ian Willoughby