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Sexual Assault Prevention Handbook

NCJ Number
87229
Date Published
1982
Length
16 pages
Annotation
This report presents basic information on sexual assault and discusses how people can decrease the opportunity for rape and, if assaulted, how they can expect to be treated by the police, doctors, and the courts.
Abstract
It cites California law on sexual assault and explains how potential victims can avoid dangerous situations by improving home and vehicle security. The report also explains the options available to persons attacked -- active or passive resistance or submission -- and outlines victims' personal, legal, and medical rights. A list of rape crisis centers in California is appended.