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During the trial, some defense lawyers attempted to exploit the absence of a clear consent definition as a legal loophole. They argued that failing to seek consent is not inherently a criminal act under the current framework, which raises serious questions about accountability and justice for survivors. Following the trial, Dominique Pelico received the maximum sentence of 20 years, while the co-defendants were handed prison sentences ranging from 3 to 15 years. However, many activists contend that these sentences do not adequately reflect the severity of the crime and advocate for harsher penalties to deter future offenders.