A DIFICULDADE PROBATÓRIA NOS CRIMES CONTRA A DIGNIDADE SEXUAL

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the difficulty of establishing evidence in crimes against sexual dignity, investigating the value of the victim's testimony, the phenomenon of false memories, and the procedural consequences of a scarcity of evidence. This is justified by the growing incidence of these crimes, the complexity of witness testimony, and the risk of revictimization and erroneous judicial decisions. The research adopted a doctrinal and bibliographical method combined with normative and jurisprudential analysis, in addition to the use of recent statistical data to assess the incidence and profile of victims and perpetrators. Specific legislation, reference works on criminal procedural law and memory psychology, as well as decisions of higher courts and public safety reports were consulted.