×
  • Home
  • About
    • Firm Overview
    • Experience
    • Fraternal Law Conference
    • Conference Sponsorship
  • Our Attorneys
    • Overview
    • Timothy M. Burke
    • Sean P. Callan
    • John E. Christopher
    • Amy M. Hebbeler
    • Patrick K. Hogan
    • Micah E. Kamrass
    • Ilana L. Linder
    • Jacklyn D. Olinger
    • Jacob W. Purcell
    • Jeffrey C. Sun
  • Practice Areas
    • Overview
    • Real Estate and Housing
    • Tax
    • Employment Issues
    • Corporate Governance
    • Grant-Making
    • Litigation
    • Risk Management & Hazing
    • Fundraising & Stewardship
    • State Registration for Greek Foundations
  • Client Resources
  • Anti-Hazing
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Join Our Newsletter
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
  • Newsletter

The health and safety of our employees, customers and communities are our top priority. Read about our response to COVID-19.

  • Home
  • About
    • Firm Overview
    • Experience
    • Fraternal Law Conference
    • Conference Sponsorship
  • Our Attorneys
    • Overview
    • Timothy M. Burke
    • Sean P. Callan
    • John E. Christopher
    • Amy M. Hebbeler
    • Patrick K. Hogan
    • Micah E. Kamrass
    • Ilana L. Linder
    • Jacklyn D. Olinger
    • Jacob W. Purcell
    • Jeffrey C. Sun
  • Practice Areas
    • Overview
    • Real Estate and Housing
    • Tax
    • Employment Issues
    • Corporate Governance
    • Grant-Making
    • Litigation
    • Risk Management & Hazing
    • Fundraising & Stewardship
    • State Registration for Greek Foundations
  • Client Resources
  • Anti-Hazing
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Join Our Newsletter
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
513-721-5525
Fraternal Law

Fraternal Law Newsletter

Publications

Newsletter


Articles

  • ALCOHOL-RELATED DEATH AT TSU
  • PRIVATE ACTION FOR FREEDOM OF ASSOCIATION
  • RAPE AT IOWA STATE?
  • WARNING CRIMINAL SUSPECTS
  • CRIMINAL PROSECUTION AT MIT

Search

Newsletter > November 1998 > "RAPE AT IOWA STATE?"

RAPE AT IOWA STATE?

Robert E. Manley, Manley & Burke


An Iowa State University student was found not guilty of rape. A jury in the Story County District Court exonerated John Richard Tate, 25.

His lawyer told the jury that he had sex with another member’s date and reminded the jury that this activity is not a crime in Iowa. Tate testified that the sexual activity was consensual and reciprocal. The prosecuting witness, a 20-year old female, testified that she had no more than seven drinks and indicated that this normally would not impair her judgment. In Iowa consumption of alcohol by anyone under 21 is illegal.

[She testified that she had no more than seven drinks and indicated that this normally would not impair her judgment. In Iowa consumption of alcohol by anyone under 21 is illegal.]

The prosecuting witness claimed that she could not remember what happened. All she knew is that she suddenly became conscious of the fact that she was in a bunk with Tate on top of her. She got up, dressed, went to the bathroom, and collapsed in tears.

The date with whom she had come to the fraternity party found her and offered to take her to the hospital or to the police. She declined.

Fourteen months after the party, Iowa State University officials publicized the “date rape” drug, Rohypnol. Shortly thereafter, she reported the incident to the police. The investigation, arrest, prosecution, trial and acquittal followed.

It is not unusual for defense verdicts to be rendered when the victim fails to report an alleged offense immediately after the event and fails to seek medical attention.

The prosecuting witness wanted to testify that she was victimized by the “date rape” drug. She offered her testimony outside of the presence of the jury. The court ruled that the evidence was not admissible because she had no factual foundation for the accusation other than the fact that she learned of the existence of the drug 14 months after the sexual activity.

Tate withdrew from the University as a result of the prosecution.

JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER

Attorney Advertising. The laws governing legal advertising in the state of Ohio require the following statement in any publication of this kind: "THIS IS AN ADVERTISEMENT." This website is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Copyright © 2023 Fraternal Law Partners. All rights reserved.

Privacy Policy Disclaimer
Fraternal Law

Newsletters

Sign Up For Updates

Get the latest news from Fraternal Law Partners in your inbox.

    By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Fraternal Law Parnterns. You can revoke your consent to recieve emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® Link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact.