Courtroom Evidence Genital Description

Summary

In federal human trafficking cases, a victims description of a perpetrators genitalia can be admissible if it helps identify the assailant. Courts may permit medical examinations if deemed necessary and relevant. The presentation of examination results to a jury is at the judges discretion, considering the evidences relevance and potential prejudice.

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if they are lying saying that they ever assaulted victim, but the victim can describe the genitalia without having documentation or photographs is that admissible or doable in a victim request that they have a medical examination to prove the size
The description of a defendant's genitalia by a victim can be relevant evidence in an assault case, particularly if it provides specific, identifying details. However, the admissibility of such evidence will depend on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the case. Courts may allow medical examinations if it is deemed necessary and relevant to proving the case.
In which state or jurisdiction is this case being handled?
it’s either a federal case or a California case with charges of human trafficking
In a human trafficking case, details that can identify the perpetrator, such as genital descriptions, can be relevant. In California, evidence like this may be admissible if it helps establish the identity of the perpetrator or the occurrence of the crime. Federal cases may also allow this if it's pertinent to proving the charges.
Could you clarify whether the case is being handled at the federal level or specifically in California? This would help in providing more precise information.
it’s being handled at a federal level
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At the federal level, evidence such as a victim's description of the perpetrator's genitalia may be admissible, especially if it can distinctly identify the assailant. This could involve:
- Witness testimonies.
- Expert witness testimony.
- Medical examinations if deemed necessary to the case.
Are there any specific aspects of the federal case you need more information on?
in a victim request a medical examination of the perpetrator to confirm size of genitalia if there is no video or picture evidence of the sexual assault
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In federal cases, a victim can request a medical examination of the perpetrator to confirm the size of genitalia if no video or picture evidence exists. This request must be deemed necessary and relevant to the case by the court. The court will consider the relevance and potential impact of the evidence on the case.
Is there anything specific you need help with regarding the request or the process?
Will they display the medical examination for the jury to see
In a federal case, if a medical examination is deemed necessary and relevant, the results can be presented to the jury. However, whether the actual images or detailed descriptions are shown depends on the judge's discretion. They will consider the probative value versus potential prejudice.
Do you need more details on how to make such a request?