On 10 January 2024, Switzerland’s Federal Council announced that new laws on consent will come into force on 1 July 2024, reported RTS. Rape or sexual assault will occur when the victim has expressed with words, gestures or by freezing that he or she does not consent. The reform was contentious, with many arguing that the test be “yes means yes”. Under current law, rape or sexual assault only occurs if the victim is coerced with violence or threats of violence. The new law will also extend the range if sexual acts that will be considered rape.

Source: Le News January 13, 2024 05:03 UTC