# How drunk is too drunk? Cornell rape allegations expose dispute over consent laws

https://mins.news/en/item/89345

- BBC Chinese, 2026-10-07 09:17 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.bbc.com/zhongwen/articles/cvwy7g2j0pk8o/trad?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> A lawsuit by a woman who says Cornell fraternity members drugged and raped her in 2024 has sparked debate over how sexual-assault laws treat people who voluntarily drink or use drugs. Experts disagree on whether New York’s threshold for incapacity is too high, while lawmakers seek changes and criminal-defence lawyers say the current law is sufficient and clearer standards are needed.

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