California Considering ‘Yes Means Yes’ Sex Assault Law
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iStock/Thinkstock(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) — Lawmakers in California are debating a law that could be used in investigating sexual assault allegations at universities.
The first-in-the-nation measure would require all colleges receiving public funds to set a standard for when “yes” means “yes.”
Each party would have to make an unambiguous decision to engage in sexual activity — silence, lack of resistance, or if the person is drunk, drugged, or asleep, would not constitute consent.
This new law consideration follows a White House task force report that found that one in five female college students is a victim of sexual assault.
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