SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PROGRAM (SAPRP)
SAPRP provides 24/7 crisis intervention and support services to victims of sexual assault. Sexual assault is defined as intentional sexual contact and is characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. It can occur without regard to gender, spousal relationship or age of victim. Sexual assault includes:
Rape - sexual intercourse by force and without consent
Forcible Sodomy - oral or anal sex by force and without consent
Indecent Assault - unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling
Carnal Knowledge - sexual intercourse with a child under age 16
Upon receipt of a report, the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) will assign a Unit or Installation Victim Advocate (UVA/IVA) who will offer services to the victim. It is the victim’s choice whether or not to accept or decline services. An active duty victim may choose:
RESTRICTED Reporting - Does not initiate an investigation. Offers the victim confidentiality with only the following four people: SARC, UVA/IVA, Military Medical Treatment Provider and the Chaplain or
UNRESTRICTED Reporting - Does initiate an investigation, possible forensic examination, legal action and communication with the chain of command and other agencies on a need to know basis.
All soldiers have a duty to report all incidents of sexual assault to their chain of command within 24 hours. The UVA/IVA will accompany their client to medical visits, court proceedings and other appointments as requested, helping them receive services and providing information so they can make informed choices each step of the way.
*Army Regulation 27-10 Chapter 18 outlines th rights of crime victims. SAPRP also provides education and awareness training's to active duty members, dependents of active duty members and civilian contract personnel on how to stay safe and what to do if assaulted.
Army Regulation 600-20 - *Acrobat Reader Required
DoD DTM - Confidentiality Policy for Victims of Sexual Assault - *Acrobat Reader Required
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U.S. Army Sexual Assault and Response Program