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What should I do if I am a victim of sexual assault?
Asked on Aug 15th, 2011 on Criminal Law - Florida
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I was raped and I really need some guidance. Please help me. I am a single mother with no funds.
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You need to make a police report immediately. The more time passes, the more evidence or chance to recover evidence is diminished and memories fade as well. I am so sorry to hear of your ordeal. You need to report it so whoever did this can be brought to justice.
Answered on Aug 24th, 2011 at 4:14 PM
Samuel H. Harrison
Report the crime to the police ASAP. They can direct you to services and assistance.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2011 at 2:12 PM
First contact the police department. They will see if there is evidence enough to file charges with the DA. The DA will contact you if they get the case and you can go from there.
Answered on Aug 19th, 2011 at 10:25 AM
Roianne Houlton Conner
You need to contact your local rape crisis hot line or center in your area.
Answered on Aug 19th, 2011 at 9:44 AM
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You can contact your local police and they will likely pursue an investigation and possibly charge the rapist.
Answered on Aug 19th, 2011 at 8:41 AM
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You should report it to the police.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 7:44 PM
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Call the police.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 11:38 AM
Steven D. Dunnings
Are you for real??? You need to report it to the police. You may have waited too long for them to collect evidence of the rape.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 9:55 AM
If you were raped, call the police at once.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 9:12 AM
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Contact the police immediately.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 6:57 AM
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If you are a victim of any criminal act the police and or State Attorney's Office is the place to go. If your seeking to file a civil lawsuit against the aggressor (defendant) then you should seek out a personal injury attorney.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 6:57 AM
You should go to your local police agency and report this crime. There is no cost to do so.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 6:34 AM
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Go to the police first. Having no funds shouldn't matter, it is a criminal case. You may also have a civil case if the perpetrator is collectible.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 6:05 AM
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Call the police immediately. They can help you receive justice and hook you up with trained individuals in most jurisdictions that can help you through this traumatic event in your life. Things will get better. Here is help out there.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2011 at 6:05 AM
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You should contact the police and file a police report.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 5:14 PM
You don't need funds. Immediately go the hospital or the police department. Call 911 if you have no transportation.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 5:00 PM
Contact the police department where the crime occurred immediately. Also a good idea to call the Rape hotline for assistance.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 4:32 PM
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I am very sorry to hear about this. If the incident took place in an apartment or hotel or other commercial establishment then you may have a very valuable personal injury claim for which you should hire a lawyer. Also, if the perp has assets you can sue him. A lawyer might take these claims on a contingency fee arrangement that won't cost you anything.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 1:33 PM
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Call the police & get charges filed! If you do not know the person, at least get an investigation going. The district attorney's office will have a victim witness office and coordinator who can help you get counseling, or you can contact a local area women's group.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 1:29 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Talk to the police and find a good counselor. There are many, check with churches and government agencies if you don't have funds. Catholic Social Services for example.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 1:29 PM
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Go to the District Attorney's office and ask to speak with a D.A. investigator. That's the fastest way to get results. If they won't handle it, call me.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 1:23 PM
Please get counseling, you need not deal with this trauma alone. You should contact law enforcement to report the crime. You do not need any funds for this and may seek public funds for counseling, if needed, from the state's crime victim fund.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 1:07 PM
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Call the police and make a report. The police will conduct an investigation and help you through this. It will not cost you anything. Please do not delay in contacting the police as the longer you delay, sometimes the more difficult it is to prove your case. Be strong on this. Do not let yourself or anyone talk you out of making a report. Good luck.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 1:04 PM
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If you want to report this, contact your local police department. If you want some help coping, but not necessarily want to prosecute it, contact a battered women's shelter or other local women's or victim's rights organization. If you fear disease or injury or pregnancy, you should go to a hospital and get checked out. All of these sources will lead to other sources of therapeutic aid.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 12:51 PM
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Report it to the police where the incident occurred.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 12:41 PM
You can obtain counseling and support services at a battered woman's shelter or mental health center in the city or county of your residence. The can set you up with a number of support networks. If the crime is already filed, you should obtain services through the prosecutor's victim's advocate's office.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 12:05 PM
Jacob P. Sartz
Contact the police department.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 12:04 PM
Gary Moore
The county prosecutors office of the county in which you reside and ask to speak to the section which assists victims of sexual assault.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 12:02 PM
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This is not a question for criminal defense. Contact the authorities and ask for help.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 11:28 AM
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Call the police asap. Hopefully you have not waited as delay can hurt the chances of the police recovering forensic evidence from you.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 9:43 AM
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Immediately report the crime to the police and press charges. They have rape and assault counseling, as do many organizations. Police will have a list. Use them. Enlist family and friends for moral support. Good luck.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 9:39 AM
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Contact police as soon as possible. If you need to speak with someone, you may want to to try the YWCA or a local hot-line.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 9:39 AM
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Immediately call the police. You do not need a lawyer, you need a police detective.
Answered on Aug 17th, 2011 at 9:38 AM