Date Rape By Tyrone, Farhan, jay, and Michael

What is Date rape? Date rape is sexual intercourse forced

by a man upon the woman with whom he has a date

Key Characters Nichole Allen Kyle Sowell Melissa Block Frank Sowell Laura Allen

The Situation Nicole Allen is a 17 year old student who lives near Troy University. Melissa Block is a 22 year old poorly performing senior at Troy University. Nicole looked up to Melissa, and saw her as the sister she never had. On a May Saturday Nicole went to a party at Melissa’s house. She arrived at 8:30 pm. Melissa, preparing for the party, bought several cases of beer and wine.

The Situation (Cont.)At the party Melissa introduced Nicole to her boyfriend, Frank, and his younger brother, Kyle Sowell. Kyle and Nicole hit it off. They continued to flirt and drink throughout the night. By 11:30 pm Nicole had consumed two beers and three wine coolers. Kyle takes Nicole outside for what she assumes is a romantic stroll. Nicole was cold without her sweater, so Kyle put his arm around her, and they sat down in the shadows of a big elm tree.

The Situation (Cont.)Things quickly escalated and they began kissing. Things intensified further. Nicole and Kyle were lying on the ground. Nicole could feel herself loosing control.

The Outcome Kyle was convicted of second-degree

sexual assault. Kyle was sentenced to three months in

jail, two years probation, mandatory counseling, and a $3,000 fine.

Nicole’s family was furious with Melissa, and they decided that she should be held responsible for providing the alcohol.

Allen vs Block: Depositions Deposition of Nicole Allen –Melissa gave her and Kyle alcohol. Deposition of Kyle Sowell –Given alcohol by Melissa and Frank. –Doesn’t think he would have raped Nicole if he hadn’t been drunk. Deposition of Melissa Block –Bought alcohol for the party. –Was aware that giving alcohol to minors is breaking the law. –Was aware minors would be attending the party. –Was aware Kyle and Melissa were minors and gave them alcohol.

Allen vs Block: Affidavit Affidavit of Estelle Lafond –Sold cases of beer and wine coolers to Melissa Block legally.

Laws Civil Damages Act (1994): If someone suffers

an injury by an intoxicated person in any way such as bodily harm

-It applies to the case because Kyle harms Nikki Social host liability and underage drinking: It

is illegal for anyone under 21 to drink alcohol and it is illegal to sell, give, or provide alcohol to anyone under the age of 21.

-Melissa provides minors with alcohol

Conclusion The actions of these minors were cause

by melissa giving them Alcohol. Due to the provided evidence, we

believe that Melissa Block is guilty of negligence, by providing individuals under the age of 21 with alcohol, leading to a sexual assault crime.