French Rape Trial Verdict: Was the Sentencing Too Lenient? | Loose Women

It’s the court case that sent shockwaves across the globe - and this morning it was confirmed that Gisele Pelicot’s ex-husband, Dominique, has been found guilty of drugging his wife and allowing other men to rape her - receiving the maximum sentence of 20 years. Fifty other men, aged 27 to 74, have also received their verdicts today - with prosecutors seeking terms of between four and 18 years for the other defendants. Do our panel feel like harsher and longer sentencing would have been appropriate for a case of this magnitude - particularly for Gisele’s husband? Our panel react to the latest breaking news following the verdict.

From series 27, broadcast on 19/12/24

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[samglover]

As a woman… I feel humbled and heartbroken for that incredibly strong woman.

[distorbia]

Only 20yrs that is disgusting. The sentences are horrendous

[maggiedavies]

I am in awe of Gisèle Pelicots courage in waiving her anonymity so the full horrific details are in the public domain. Her dignity is inspiring.

[andellensweeney]

So much respect for Gisele
Courageous and inspiring woman ❤
Thank you

[annamarietaljaard]

Only 20 years! What a disgrace to justice!

[Sarabrenton-rimj]

Look at the French women who.are so.great who are supporting this brave lady that's what all women should do support your sisters always

[JustmeYoutube]

Miss Gisele you are a true heroine no words could do right for the amount of respect that I have for you.

[santhorp]

Because she was drugged too each time they should have got double the sentence , ill never get over this case horrendous.

[triplet]

Ms. Pelicot you are a heroine. You inspire me and others who have been victims of violence. Merci :) 😊❤

[nealeduncan]

As a man I'm disgusted and absolutely horrified by what this husband and these men did to this woman. There's no words. There's no comprehension. It's evil and degradation at its lowest form. I can't verbalise how I feel about this. Except, what an incredible woman.

[teallaidh]

None of the men should ever get out of jail. Who wants men like that walking amongst us.

[nomdeplume]

20 years is way to lenient. The only redeeming point is he is currently 72 years old, provided he doesn't get paroled early, it is highly likely he will die in prison. As for the others, way, way, too lenient. Their claim they didn't know what was going on in absolute nonsense - 50 men and not one of them thought it suspicious this woman was unconscious and they were told not to wake her or leave any tell tale signs such as scent. They all knew exactly what they were doing.

[alexandrarohla]

Throw away the key 🗝 would have been better GISELE YOU ARE A BRAVE AND COURAGEOUS LADY

[MoonJumpingCow]

It's just not worth the fight for most of us. Especially when there might be reprisals while trying and then once the attackers are out. I was too frightened for my mother. We're just not protected. No shame here, just lack of faith.

[LanetteBarnard]

Only 20 years it is a disgrace to all women. May he rot in jail

[andrewbeattie]

i feel for her so much ..i am a man ..not all of us are pigs..she deserves a total gentleman!

[patricebest]

Prison for life as in solitary confinement for life thrown away the key

[annettewilliams]

My daughter is a therapists for women who have been sexually abused Its a charity begging for money They might have to close their doors because of lack of monies They are called Parks in Fratton They have more than a year s waiting list which might not be helped because of lack of funding The government need to help these women

[masteroflanguages]

He's apparently eligible for parole after serving 2/3 of his sentence. It might also include time served (4 years). An absolute JOKE of a sentence.

[deborah]

He should have got life in prison. 20 years is not enough.