Questão jurídica principal
Whether the convictions for multiple rape and defilement had to be overturned for alleged violations of in dubio pro reo and the duty to give reasons.
Decisão extraída
The evidence assessment was not arbitrary; the victim's statements were credible and no serious doubt remained as to guilt.
Fundamentação extraída
The court held that the defendant's criticism was largely appellatory. The lower court plausibly explained why it trusted the victim, and the mere existence of a relationship did not negate coercion or exploitation of helplessness. No further psychiatric inquiries were required.