Karapancev LawToronto, ON · October 21, 2026Can You Be Convicted of Sexual Assault Based Only on the Complainant’s Testimony?
Short answer Yes. A person can be convicted of sexual assault in Canada based on the complainant’s testimony alone. There is no legal requirement that the complainant’s evidence be corroborated by DNA, witnesses, video or other independent evidence. However, the Crown must still prove every element of the offence beyond a reasonable doubt. Does the...
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