Hochul, James highlight intoxication-consent law in Cornell fraternity rape probe – KSNV

Hochul, James highlight intoxication-consent law in Cornell fraternity rape probe  KSNV

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James held a news conference this morning in New York City to highlight a legal distinction in New York that can affect how sexual assault cases are prosecuted. The discussion included the decision to appoint James as a special prosecutor to look into rape allegations at a Cornell University fraternity in October 2024. The issue centers on intoxication and consent, and whether a person became incapacitated voluntarily or was given an intoxicating substance without their agreement. That distinction can impact how prosecutors can pursue a sexual assault case. Nana Knight, founder of Knight Law, also joined the discussion. New York Gov.

Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James held a news conference this morning in New York City to highlight a legal distinction in New York LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James held a news conference this morning in New York City to highlight a legal distinction in New York that can affect how sexual assault cases are prosecuted. The discussion included the decision to appoint James as a special prosecutor to look into rape allegations at a Cornell University fraternity in October 2024. The issue centers on intoxication and consent, and whether a person became incapacitated voluntarily or was given an intoxicating