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You should call ______ if you are in immediate danger.
You should call ______ if you are in immediate danger.
911
There are two types of reporting options: Restricted and ______.
There are two types of reporting options: Restricted and ______.
Unrestricted
You may contact the DoD Safe Helpline at ______.
You may contact the DoD Safe Helpline at ______.
1-877-995-5247
A restricted report allows a victim to explore services without the pressure of an ______.
A restricted report allows a victim to explore services without the pressure of an ______.
Active Duty Military or Coast Guard, Reservists, and National Guard are eligible for ______ reporting.
Active Duty Military or Coast Guard, Reservists, and National Guard are eligible for ______ reporting.
Victims can report to a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) or a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response ______.
Victims can report to a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) or a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response ______.
Chaplains and Legal Assistance Attorneys cannot receive a restricted ______.
Chaplains and Legal Assistance Attorneys cannot receive a restricted ______.
If a victim talks to someone other than those designated, they may forfeit their rights to use ______ reporting.
If a victim talks to someone other than those designated, they may forfeit their rights to use ______ reporting.
The primary role of a ______ is to provide support and advocacy for victims.
The primary role of a ______ is to provide support and advocacy for victims.
Victims opting for Restricted Reporting do not have access to a Military Protective ______.
Victims opting for Restricted Reporting do not have access to a Military Protective ______.
In Restricted Reporting, the victim has control over the release of their personal ______.
In Restricted Reporting, the victim has control over the release of their personal ______.
Unrestricted Reporting provides the widest range of rights and ______ to the victim.
Unrestricted Reporting provides the widest range of rights and ______ to the victim.
Under Unrestricted Reporting, the sexual assault must be reported to the ______ for active duty members.
Under Unrestricted Reporting, the sexual assault must be reported to the ______ for active duty members.
Victims of sexual assault are limited to a few specified individuals for discussing their ______.
Victims of sexual assault are limited to a few specified individuals for discussing their ______.
One limitation of Unrestricted Reporting is that investigations can be ______ and lengthy.
One limitation of Unrestricted Reporting is that investigations can be ______ and lengthy.
Counseling services are often available to help victims begin the ______ process.
Counseling services are often available to help victims begin the ______ process.
Victims who were assaulted prior to ______ are still eligible for some support services.
Victims who were assaulted prior to ______ are still eligible for some support services.
The ______ provides an avenue for victims to seek legal support and advocacy.
The ______ provides an avenue for victims to seek legal support and advocacy.
Flashcards
Restricted Reporting
Restricted Reporting
A reporting option that grants the victim time to understand available services before an investigation begins.
Unrestricted Reporting
Unrestricted Reporting
A reporting option where an investigation immediately begins.
SAPR Reporting
SAPR Reporting
A reporting procedure for sexual assault within the military focusing on victim support before any legal action.
Eligibility - Restricted Reporting
Eligibility - Restricted Reporting
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SAPR Victim Advocate (VA)
SAPR Victim Advocate (VA)
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Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
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Restricted Reporting Change
Restricted Reporting Change
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Safe Helpline and Civilian Services
Safe Helpline and Civilian Services
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Restricted Reporting Benefits
Restricted Reporting Benefits
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Restricted Reporting Limitations
Restricted Reporting Limitations
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Unrestricted Reporting Beneficiaries
Unrestricted Reporting Beneficiaries
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Unrestricted Reporting Benefits
Unrestricted Reporting Benefits
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Unrestricted Reporting Limitations
Unrestricted Reporting Limitations
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SAPR VA
SAPR VA
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SARC
SARC
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Military Protective Order (MPO)
Military Protective Order (MPO)
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Emergency care OCONUS
Emergency care OCONUS
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Chain of Command
Chain of Command
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Study Notes
Reporting Options for Sexual Assault
- Two reporting options exist: Restricted or Unrestricted.
- Restricted Reporting: Allows time to gather information about available services and rights, without immediate investigation or legal processes.
- Unrestricted Reporting: Provides broader rights and protections but entails an immediate investigation.
- Restricted Reporting Eligibility: Active duty military or Coast Guard, reservists, National Guard, military dependents (18+), service members who experienced assault prior to enlistment, and personnel meeting specified criteria for assistance OCONUS.
- Restricted Reporting Reporting Channels: SAPR Victim Advocate (SAPR VA), Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), healthcare personnel (including FFSC counselors), and Chaplains (who can preserve the restricted option). However, victims who talk to individuals outside those designated may forgo restricted reporting rights. Legal Assistance Attorneys are excluded but can preserve restricted reporting.
- Benefits of Restricted Reporting: Appropriate medical care, advocacy, counseling, options consideration, information gathering, choice of investigation timing.
- Limitations of Restricted Reporting: No Military Protective Orders (MPOs), no reassignment for safety, perpetrator continues contact, possible loss of evidence, limited discussion to specified individuals, potential lack of perpetrator punishment.
- Unrestricted Reporting Eligibility: Active duty military or Coast Guard, reservists performing federal duty, National Guard (Title 10 status), military dependents (18+), service members who experienced assault prior to enlistment. Specific civilian categories also eligible (e.g., stationed OCONUS DoD civilian employees, contractors).
- Unrestricted Reporting Reporting Channels: SAPR VA, SARC, military or civilian law enforcement, chain of command, healthcare personnel, and Legal Assistance. Crimes must be reported to command/NCIS.
- Benefits of Unrestricted Reporting: Widest range of rights and protections, safety measures like MPOs, attacker accountability, safety of community.
- Limitations of Unrestricted Reporting: No change to Restricted Report, investigation/legal process might be intrusive, Assault information will be known, delays in investigation and court (6-18 months), potential lack of perpetrator conviction, potential personnel movement.
Key Contact Information
- DoD Safe Helpline: 1-877-995-5247
- Text: 55247 (001-202-470-5546 outside the U.S.)
- Website: http://www.safehelpline.org/
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This quiz covers the two reporting options for sexual assault within the military: Restricted and Unrestricted. It details who is eligible for Restricted Reporting and the channels available for reporting. Understand the implications of each option and the processes involved.
