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A barrister said it was indisputable that ‘sometimes women lie’. His words triggered a national campaign

The open letter says Steward’s comments could deny services to victim-survivors and push legal authorities to review training and court practices.

After barrister Geoffrey Steward suggested victims of sexual assault should only be recognised if the perpetrator confesses or is found guilty, advocates quickly took action.

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A barrister said it was indisputable that ‘sometimes women lie’. His words triggered a national campaign

After barrister Geoffrey Steward suggested victims of sexual assault should only be recognised if the perpetrator confesses or is found guilty, advocates quickly took action.

·North Sydney, Australia
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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in North Sydney, Australia on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
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