Cornell sexual assault case revives scrutiny of a little-known New York law on intoxicated victims
Cornell's Chi Phi fraternity case exposes New York's voluntary intoxication loophole, prompting Kathy Hochul to appoint Letitia James as prosecutor.
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- Published: Oct 2, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Crime & Justice
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