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Israeli Supreme Court Rejects Appeals of Two Adults in 2020 Eilat Hotel Gang Rape Case

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First reported by Now 14 · 1 hour ago

What happened

The Israeli Supreme Court upheld prison sentences for two adults convicted in the 2020 gang rape of a minor at an Eilat hotel, while reducing sentences for some minors involved. The court emphasized legal principles in sentencing, rejected victim-blaming, and expressed hope for the victim’s recovery.

01Supreme Court rejects appeals of two adult defendants in 2020 Eilat gang rape case.
02Prison sentences for minors involved were reduced, emphasizing rehabilitation.
03One adult had charges reduced to aggravated indecent acts, lowering his sentence.
04A minor not present during the assault was convicted of a lesser offense and given community service.
05Court stressed intoxication does not justify sexual assault or reduce perpetrator responsibility.
06Judges affirmed victim bears no blame and called for recognition of the crime's severity.

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