Life-Affirming Guidance by Lawyer Deji Adeyanju: Consent and Alcohol

Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has issued an alert to the public, pointing to the necessity of free and voluntary consent before doing any form of intimate act.

In a recent statement, Adeyanju emphasized that it is never appropriate to have sex with an intoxicated person, regardless of the extent of pressure or coercion.

“Never have sex with someone who is drunk, regardless of how much they push you. They can claim it was rape, and you can get into serious trouble,” he warned.

Adeyanju’s warning highlights the need to consider that a person who is drunk or under the influence of something else might not be capable of giving informed consent.

Having sex with a drunk person can lead to severe repercussions, including rape and sexual assault charges.

*The Significance of Clear and Energetic Consent*

Consent is an essential part of any healthy and respectful relationship. Open communication, respect for each other, and enthusiastic agreement are the most important factors in guaranteeing that one puts them first before engaging in any intimate activity. Adeyanju’s prudence is a reminder that consent must be:

*Informed*

Every individual must be well aware of the activity and its outcomes.

* *Enthusiastic* Consent must be voluntarily and freely offered with genuine enthusiasm.

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* *Specific*

* The consent must be specific to the activity and should not be implicit or assumed.

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* *Reversible*

* : One can withdraw their consent at any time, and it is of utmost importance that one respects the other person’s decision.