New York’s NOW-NY chapter is calling for a legislative special session to address a legal loophole that allows defendants to claim voluntary intoxication as a defense in criminal cases. The group argues this practice undermines justice by shielding those who intentionally impair themselves from accountability. Critics say the loophole has been exploited to reduce penalties for serious offenses, raising concerns about fairness in the legal system. Lawmakers are now being urged to take action to close this gap in the law.
NOW-NY urges special session to close voluntary intoxication loophole spectrumlocalnews.com
