Mythbusting Monday: Intoxication is a defense for sexually assaulting someone

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The media has widely reported that Eric Tillman had been intoxicated by over-the-counter medications before committing the sexual assault he pled guilty to. As a result of the medication, Tillman was described as being “definitely not himself” on the day of the assault, and acting “loopy.” This information creates the impression that his act was defensible, […]