What must be shown to prove a false report?

• A. Interview the victim only
• B. Ignore physical evidence
• C. Must be supported with evidence that the assault didn't happen
• D. Rely on a single witness

Answer: (C)

Proving a false report rests on having evidence that directly contradicts the claim and shows the assault did not occur. It isn’t enough to rely on the victim’s account or a single testimony; you need objective or corroborating information that undermines the assertion of an assault. This could include an alibi, surveillance footage, lack of injuries or physical evidence, or timelines that don’t add up, all of which collectively demonstrate the report isn’t accurate.

Interviewing the victim alone won’t establish falsity because it reinforces the same claim without independent verification. Ignoring physical evidence ignores essential data that could support or refute the report. Relying on a single witness is typically insufficient due to potential bias or unreliability. The strongest path is having evidence that the assault didn’t happen, providing a solid, verifiable counterpoint to the report.