Consent and Legal Bias: The Farooqi Case

This chapter interrogates the controversial conviction and subsequent exoneration of Mahmood Farooqi, scrutinizing the judicial interpretations surrounding consent and the gender biases that affect societal perceptions of such cases. It highlights the complexities of intoxication and power dynamics in personal relationships, emphasizing the struggle for justice faced by survivors of sexual assault. Through this lens, the discussion critiques the legal system's treatment of consent and the societal stereotypes that impact both credibility and the outcomes of legal proceedings.