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European Court Affirms Women's Rights in Divorce Case

The ECHR ruled in favor of a French woman's right to autonomy over her sexual decisions in a landmark divorce case.

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  1. French woman wins ECHR case over refusal of sex in divorce ruling

    The recent ruling from the European Court of Human Rights marks a significant turning point in the fight against outdated perceptions of marital duties, emphasizing that consent must be prioritized in all sexual relations, particularly within marriage.

    French woman wins ECHR case over refusal of sex in divorce ruling

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  3. Top European rights court rules woman's refusal to have sex not a fault in divorce case

    The European Court of Human Rights has rightly recognized that marital duties should not infringe upon an individual's right to personal autonomy and consent, reinforcing the notion that an agreement to marry does not equate to a blanket consent for sexual relations.

    Top European rights court rules woman's refusal to have sex not a fault in divorce case

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Updated: Jan 23rd, 2025, 4:05 PM ET

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In a pivotal ruling, the European Court of Human Rights supported a 69-year-old French woman, stating her refusal to engage in sexual relations should not be grounds for fault in divorce. The ECHR condemned France for violating her right to private and family life and emphasized that marriage does not imply consent to future sexual relations. This decision has sparked discussions on marital consent and women's rights in France, amidst a growing recognition of the importance of consent in sexual matters following a recent high-profile drugging-and-rape trial.

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