Hearsay rules have been relaxed for children for several purposes. Discuss the factors that relate to the reliability of children's statements.

5. Hearsay rules have been relaxed for children for several purposes. Discuss the factors that relate to the reliability of children's statements. Do you believe there are victims besides the children? If so, who are they?  Should there be exceptions in child abuse cases? Why or why not? What might be the pitfalls of this exception?