Shutterstock October 12, 2021 In an Australian first, stealthing is now illegal in the ACT. Could this set a precedent for the country? Brianna Chesser, 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.
www.shutterstock.com April 28, 2021 New Zealand’s first successful ‘stealthing’ prosecution leads the way for law changes in Australia and elsewhere Brianna Chesser, RMIT University Removing a condom without consent during sex has been recognised as rape by a New Zealand court. Other jurisdictions could follow suit.
A surgeon has been committed to stand trial next year in a case involving stealthing, believed to be the first of its kind in Australia. Shutterstock August 16, 2019 Case in Victoria could set new legal precedent for stealthing, or removing condom during sex Brianna Chesser, RMIT University 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.