Greece · European Court of Human Rights
X v. Greece: the duty to investigate sexual violence
ECHR judgment · application 38588/21 · Editorial source review: 7 October 2026
Content note: gender-based violence, sexual violence and loss of life. No graphic descriptions. Find support
A human-rights judgment about an investigation is different from a criminal verdict against an accused person. X v. Greece illustrates why that distinction matters.
What the judgment concerns
On 13 February 2024, the European Court of Human Rights found failings in Greece’s response to a woman’s allegation of rape. The case concerned the procedural obligations under Article 3 and protection of private life under Article 8. The applicant is identified as X; her anonymity is preserved here.
What it does not establish
The Court assessed the authorities’ investigation and treatment of the applicant. It did not itself convict the person accused of rape. The case directs attention to effective investigation, participation and protection against further harm during legal proceedings.
Sources & further reading
- ECHR · X v. Greece, judgment of 13 February 2024
- Council of Europe · Relevant judgments on violence against women
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