Those born as a result of rape will be explicitly defined as victims under the law, the government says.
By Jasmine AnderssonChildren conceived through rape will be officially classified as victims of crime under new government plans.
The legal changes will also make it easier for victims to receive support from police and the criminal justice system "whenever they may need it".England and Wales are understood to be among the first nations in the world to officially confer victim status to children born of rape. "Our Victims Bill will amplify their voices and boost support for all victims at every stage of the justice system."
The statutory 'Victims' Code' sets out the rights available to all victims who report a criminal offence to the police.
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