Barristers warn of strain on defendants after Caroline Flack death

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Impact of proceedings upon those with mental health issues should be considered, experts say

The death of the Love Island presenter Caroline Flack has prompted questions about the way the justice system deals with allegations of domestic abuse and the strains imposed on defendants.

 

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You wouldn't be highlighting these concerns in relation to a male defendant. We see you, Guardian misandrists.

High profile defendants face a tabloid witch-hunt.

Ah, so now society has to mollycuddle defendants facing criminal charges? If this involved a man facing assault charges, would barristers and media carry the same tune? As long as the doctrine of 'innocent till found guilty' is applied, no one is obliged to do anything more.

Flack's death is heart-stopping, but the charges were serious, and if proven, could've resulted in a major sentence. That Burton withdrew his support for prosecution, likely means he expected an ominous outcome, more than he and Caroline could face?

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