Brock Turner is a former student at Stanford University who gained national attention in 2016 after being convicted of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman. The case drew significant media coverage and public outrage, particularly regarding the leniency of his sentence, which was six months in jail. Turner's conviction and the subsequent discussions about sexual assault on college campuses highlighted issues related to consent, victim rights, and the legal system's treatment of such cases. The case also sparked movements advocating for stronger laws and policies to address sexual violence and support survivors.