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Mr. Dinowitz said that opponents in the legislature have expressed fears that the change in the law could disproportionately affect Black and Latino men, who they said are more likely to face unfair prosecution and incarceration.
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Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz stated that opponents in the New York legislature have expressed fears that changing the rape law could disproportionately affect Black and Latino men, who they believe are more likely to face unfair prosecution and incarceration.
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Jeffrey Dinowitz
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News Article
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{
    "person": "Jeffrey Dinowitz"
}
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Politics Legislation Racial Justice
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October 2, 2026 at 12:06 PM (1 week ago)
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October 2, 2026 at 12:06 PM (1 week ago)

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N.Y. Lawmakers and Victims Push to Change Rape Law in Intoxication Cases
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https://nytimes.com/2026/10/01/nyregion/new-york-rape-law-cornell.html

Legislators, assault survivors, and activists are calling for changes to New York's rape law concerning cases where victims were intoxicated. The push is renewed by accusations against Cornell University students, highlighting the current law's high burden of proof for victims.

Rape Law Sexual Assault Intoxication New York State Legislation Victim Rights Cornell University

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