Under current laws in most states and territories, the life of an unborn child is legally indistinguishable from that of the mother.
- Associate Professor in Criminology and Justice, RMIT University
Stealthing is not a new issue in the community but it has only recently come to the attention of lawmakers in many countries.
Removing a condom without consent during sex has been recognised as rape by a New Zealand court. Other jurisdictions could follow suit.
There is currently no law that specifically outlaws stealthing in Australia. A case making its way through the courts in Victoria could provide legal clarity on the issue.
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