Cornell Accuser Faces Gag Order

Diego Sarabia’s lawyer, James Knox, asked a judge to restrict public comments by lawyers and parties in Jane Doe’s civil case. Doe alleges seven Chi Phi fraternity members assaulted her at a party while she was too impaired to consent; the men deny wrongdoing, and some call the sexual activity consensual. Tompkins County prosecutors first brought no charges, citing New York’s limits on incapacity when drugs or alcohol were used voluntarily, before the case was reopened under Attorney General Letitia James. Doe’s lawyer, Thomas Giuffra, said the motion seeks to silence them. Governor Kathy Hochul said she would pursue a legal change. The judge had not ruled.