Objections to the Journal's decision to name the victims in news stories about rapes came from defense attorneys who fear the chance to some publicity will inspire "crazies who like getting their name in the paper" to falsely report being raped.

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The objections typically come from advocates for victims and privacy rights groups, who argue that naming victims can lead to further trauma and discourage others from reporting sexual assaults due to fear of public exposure and stigma. Defense attorneys' concerns usually focus on the rights and fair trial of the accused.

Objections to the Journal's Decision to Name the Victims in News