The accused stood trial on charges of sexual assault, sexual interference, and invitation to sexual touching arising from alleged intrafamilial abuse of a child complainant over an extended period in the family home.
Applying the W. (D.) framework, the court rejected the accused's evidence on material issues, accepted the complainant as credible and reliable, and found that delayed and incremental disclosure did not undermine her credibility in the circumstances.
The court also relied on supporting evidence from other witnesses that undermined the accused's account, including evidence concerning family dynamics, controlling behaviour, and the complainant's refusal to use the home theatre.
Convictions were entered on all counts.
