New York A00101 prohibits using a victim's intoxication as a defense in sex crimes when the victim was incapacitated by drugs or intoxicants.

New York A00101 amends the penal law to prohibit using a victim's intoxication as a defense in sex crimes. This applies when the victim was under the influence of drugs, intoxicants, or other substances to the point of being temporarily incapable of appraising or controlling their conduct. The condition must have been known or reasonably should have been known to the person in the actor's situation. The bill affects sex crimes such as sexual misconduct and rape. It takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York A00101 prohibits using a victim's intoxication as a defense in sex crimes when the victim was incapacitated by drugs or intoxicants.

New York A00101 amends the penal law to prohibit using a victim's intoxication as a defense in sex crimes. This applies when the victim was under the influence of drugs, intoxicants, or other substances to the point of being temporarily incapable of appraising or controlling their conduct. The condition must have been known or reasonably should have been known to the person in the actor's situation. The bill affects sex crimes such as sexual misconduct and rape. It takes effect immediately upon enactment.