Australian police boss suggests app to prove sexual consent

A file photo of protesters holding a placard during the Women’s March 4 Justice in Canberra, Australia. The rally was one of several across Australia including in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Hobart calling out sexism, misogyny and dangerous workplace cultures. — AP

CANBERRA, Australia: A senior Australian policeman suggested on March 18 a phone app be developed to document sexual consent in a bid to improve conviction rates in sex crime cases.

New South Wales state Police Commissioner Mick Muller said dating apps have brought couples together and the same technology could also provide clarity on the question of consent.