Cornell case prompts calls to change New York sexual assault law

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 1 Oct, 21:43 · Archive

A New York sexual assault case has renewed calls to change how the state treats intoxicated victims.

Allegations against seven Cornell University students have prompted calls to reform New York's sexual assault laws. The state currently treats intoxicated victims differently depending on whether they willingly consumed alcohol or drugs. State Assemblyman Jeffery Dinowitz has said the law needs to change to better protect people who become intoxicated voluntarily.

How it is being reported

• Cornell rape allegations renew push to change New York sexual assault lawAl Jazeera · 1 Oct, 20:47
• ‘Cornell 7’ case casts spotlight on NY’s ‘voluntary intoxication’ loophole — which doesn’t protect rape victims who drink, take drugs on their ownNew York Post · 30 Sept, 22:02

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