Reply #195: Simple answer: Video

[lumberjack_jeff]

If she were inclined to lie, "I told them no" would have to be supported by videotape evidence. It obviously was not.

The only evidence that she did not consent (the burden of proof is on the prosecution, after all), based upon what I read here, is the claim that she had been drinking and doesn't remember.

I don't know of any other types of crimes where the plaintiff's memory is the sole arbiter of guilt or innocence for the defendant. "I don't remember giving him permission to borrow my car, therefore he's guilty", would be a tough case to make, particularly not when there's videotape that apparently implies (or says) that I did.

More broadly, I find the concurrent "law 'n order" and presumption of female victimhood viewpoints among people who claim to hold the values of empowerment, equality, due process and equal protection somewhat vexing.

As far as the double standard goes, this would not be a topic of outraged discussion were the shoe on the other foot.

Juries can be wrong, but people who haven't seen the evidence are more likely to be.