Principal at Céline Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer
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A few decades ago, the slogan “no means no” was commonly used in campaigns to educate the public about date rape and respecting boundaries. It still applies because if someone says “no” or “stop” and you don’t listen, you are committing an assault.
But sexual consent goes well beyond that, and it is not just about saying “yes.” Instead, the courts have ruled it really is an ongoing conversation – perhaps non-verbal – between partners, to make sure both are comfortable at all stages of physical interaction. To read more, click here.
