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Protect Victims: Repeal the Voluntary Intoxication Loophole Now

To: Assembly Member Wright, Gov. Hochul, Sen. Cleare

From: A constituent in New York, NY

October 1

Pass legislation immediately to permanently close the ‘voluntary intoxication loophole’ in our criminal rape laws. From the historic ‘Carry That Weight’ Columbia mattress protest to the horrifying reality of the Cornell 7 case, our legal system continues to protect perpetrators by allowing a victim’s voluntary substance use to excuse sexual assault. This is codified victim-blaming that lets rapists walk free on technicalities. Empty promises are not enough. We are watching your record, and we will vote accordingly. Use your power to pass reform now, remove this outdated legal defense, and protect your constituents.

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