Russell Brand's rape trial begins October 12
Russell Brand goes to trial Monday on three rape and three sexual assault charges brought by six women.
Comedian and podcaster Russell Brand appeared at Southwark Crown Court in London on Tuesday for pre-trial hearings ahead of his trial, which opens October 12 and is expected to last ten weeks. Six women accuse Brand of sexual abuse spanning 1999 to 2009.
Russell Brand is charged with three counts of rape, three sexual assault offences, and one indecent assault. Allegations include raping a woman at a Labour Party conference, forcing a TV worker into a sex act, and groping a radio station worker.
Brand denies all charges. He has been on bail during proceedings.
Why it mattersHigh-profile criminal case tests whether a celebrity faces the same legal consequences as any other defendant.
AustraliaNo direct impact on Australian law or policy, though Brand has an Australian audience and the trial will be widely covered here.
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