In Russia, rape is a crime that carries a penalty of three to six years in most cases, but it is difficult to pursue and get a conviction. According to statistics from the Crisis Center for Women in St. Petersburg, up to 70% of women who have been raped go to the police, but only 10% of the accusations result in charges. As a result, it is estimated that only 1% of men who commit these acts receive criminal punishment.

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      11 months ago

      So not only did the original article quote the wrong study, they also completely misread the content of the actual study.

      @0x815@feddit.de you might want to edit the title of your post to prevent spreading misinformation.