Judge Gregory Lenehan found Al-Rawi not guilty last week, citing the Crown's failure to prove the complainant's lack of consent. Appeal based on issue of consentThe Crown is appealing based on at least six grounds, all relating to the issue of consent, Jennifer MacLellan, a senior Crown counsel in Halifax, said in an interview. In delivering his oral decision, Lenehan also said "clearly, a drunk can consent." Can't be based on outrage"We can't say, 'Well, there's public outrage, so therefore we have to go ahead with an appeal.'" MacLellan said Al-Rawi would be served notice of the appeal and the court would then work to schedule dates.

Source: CBC News March 07, 2017 16:45 UTC