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Dominique Pelicot Sentenced to 20 Years for Orchestrating Mass Rape of Ex-Wife

Dominique Pelicot and 50 co-defendants convicted in landmark trial for the prolonged sexual abuse of Gisèle Pelicot, causing nationwide outrage and calls for legal reform.

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Updated: Dec 19th, 2024, 3:55 PM ET

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In a historic verdict, Dominique Pelicot was sentenced to 20 years for orchestrating the mass rape of his former wife, Gisèle Pelicot, as over 50 men were also found guilty. The trial has ignited a national debate on misogyny and the legal handling of sexual violence in France. Gisèle's courageous decision to waive her anonymity allowed for a public trial, bringing attention to the often hidden issue of marital rape. While Pelicot received the maximum sentence, many co-defendants received shorter terms, prompting criticism of the justice system's leniency towards sexual violence.

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