Mental capacity to engage in sexual relations - Interview with Sophia Withers

What You’ll Learn in This Video

Mental capacity to engage in sexual relations

Access our in-depth discussion on some of the most complex and fast-evolving issues in Court of Protection law, including:

  • capacity to engage in sexual relations
  • coercive control and vulnerability
  • predatory relationships
  • safeguarding in care settings
  • internet and social media risks
  • Article 8 rights and autonomy

Sophia shares her expertise on:

 

  • The legal test for capacity to engage in sexual relations
  • Capacity for contact and online relationships
  • Vulnerability vs incapacity under the Mental Capacity Act
  • Coercive control and executive functioning
  • Predatory relationships and safeguarding concerns
  • Sexual relationships in care homes and supported living
  • Internet use, online grooming, and social media risks

Sophia also offers valuable guidance on:

 

  • How local authorities and care providers manage safeguarding risks
  • The balance between autonomy and protection
  • The impact of Article 8 rights in Court of Protection cases
  • Restrictive care planning and proportionality
  • The growing challenges posed by online exploitation and digital harm

About Sophia

Sophia Withers is a Senior Associate Solicitor at Martin Searle Solicitors specialising in Court of Protection and health and welfare matters. She is recognised for her expertise in Court of Protection litigation and mental capacity law, alongside welfare disputes and disputes around Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship applications.

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