HEA 1079 expands the definition of rape to now include when the perpetrator disregards the victim’s attempts to “physically, verbally, or by other visible conduct refuse the person’s acts.”
Rep. Sharon Negele, R-Attica, filed House Bill 1079 to show that someone can deny consent through their words or actions.
Indiana law has previously defined rape as when a perpetrator has to use threat or the threat of force, or if the victim is unaware of what’s happening or they can’t consent due to a disability. “Clarity gives us yet another tool to successfully hold perpetrators accountable and help survivors on their journey,” Beth White, executive director at ICESAHT said. “Putting into our state law clarity about consent—we believe 1079 is a really important step in that direction. We want to thank the legislators who worked on it. We want to thank Governor Holcomb for signing it.”
"Having a law that defines consent could mean that Indiana prosecutors will be more likely to take rape cases to court, and more survivors will find the courage to seek justice,” Rima Shahid, chief executive officer of Women4Change said. “It’s definitely a step toward making Indiana a better place for women, which is our mission."
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