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Assault on February 19, 2021
No one should engage in any type of sexual contact without the free and informed consent of their partner. Any sexual contact that occurs without consent is an act of sexual violence, including unwanted touching, sexual assault, and harassment. While laws and definitions vary from state to state, there are two types
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Assault on February 12, 2021
A sex crime is a very serious criminal conviction. Every state has its own laws surrounding sex crimes, along with its own sex offender registries. Depending on the state where the crime occurred, perpetrators will likely need to register as sex offenders for several years, if not for life. Their criminal records
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Assault on February 5, 2021
After a sexual assault, it can be difficult to know what to do next. Many survivors feel uncomfortable reporting their assaults to the police—according to the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN), three out of every four sexual assaults go unreported. It can be a stressful and intimidating experience reporting a
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Psychological trauma occurs after a person experiences an event that is extremely stressful, such as active combat, violent accidents, and incidents of sexual violence. While not everyone who experiences a stressful event will develop trauma, psychological damage is unfortunately common among survivors of sexual assault. There are several types of trauma a
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If you are a survivor of sexual assault, you may have certain rights afforded to you. In 2016, the United States federal government passed the Survivors’ Bill of Rights Act, a landmark piece of legislation that establishes rights for survivors of sexual assault and rape. These rights apply to federal sexual assault
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If you have a pending court date, it is very important to watch what you post online. Prosecutors and defense attorneys use social media to establish character, affirm timelines, and present evidence to the courtroom. Social media can be detrimental to the victim and the perpetrator alike, so it is crucial to
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Assault on January 17, 2021
After a sexual assault occurs, a survivor has multiple pathways to justice and healing. You can choose to pursue criminal charges against the perpetrator as well as a civil lawsuit for your damages. In a criminal case, your case may go to trial and you will need to present your case in
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Any sexual act that occurs without consent is an act of sexual violence, and any instance of sexual violence can be deeply traumatizing. It is common for survivors to feel alone, afraid, and unsure what to do next. It can be difficult to know when to seek help and where to seek
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Sexual violence is an all-encompassing term that refers to any sexual activity that occurs without the consent of the victim. It can include acts of physical violence, such as sexual assault or abuse, as well as electronic harassment, inappropriate comments, and stalking. Sexual assault is one of the most common forms of
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On Wednesday September 9, 2020, Jason Humberto Rodas an Uber driver from Garden Grove was arrested on charges of kidnapping, rape, and robbery in Santa Ana. According to the Santa Ana Police Department, the victim is a 51-year-old woman. She called for an Uber driver at about 4 in the morning to
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