Free 24/7 Hotline: 951-686-7273
Free 24/7 Hotline: 951-686-7273
Free 24/7 Hotline: 951-686-7273
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to report abuse that happened as a child?
For any abuse occurring after January 1, 2024, there is no statute of limitations
For any abuse that occurred prior to January 1, 2024, the survivor has until their 40th birthday or within five years of discovering psychological injury caused by the assault.
How long do I have to report abuse that happened as a child?
For any abuse occurring after January 1, 2024, there is no statute of limitations
For any abuse that occurred prior to January 1, 2024, the survivor has until their 40th birthday or within five years of discovering psychological injury caused by the assault.
How long do I have to report a rape?
There is no time limit on reporting a sexual assault.
How long do I have to report a rape?
There is no time limit on reporting a sexual assault.
What should I expect during a sexual assault medical exam?
Before a forensic exam, you can expect being asked questions about the assault and a collection of your clothing worn during the assault. During the exam, you can expect tests for injuries, present rape drugs, pregnancy, and STDs, photographs of any injuries, and medication if necessary.
For more information, please go to the Forensic Exam page.
What should I expect during a sexual assault medical exam?
Before a forensic exam, you can expect being asked questions about the assault and a collection of your clothing worn during the assault. During the exam, you can expect tests for injuries, present rape drugs, pregnancy, and STDs, photographs of any injuries, and medication if necessary.
For more information, please go to the Forensic Exam page.
Was the sexual assault my fault?
No, because no one has the right to your body. You set your own boundaries, and it is never okay for anyone to violate them.
Was the sexual assault my fault?
No, because no one has the right to your body. You set your own boundaries, and it is never okay for anyone to violate them.
Do I need the police involved to get a forensic exam done?
No, there are non-reporting forensic examinations that can be done without the presence of law enforcement.
Do I need the police involved to get a forensic exam done?
No, there are non-reporting forensic examinations that can be done without the presence of law enforcement.
Do I have to press criminal charges to get a restraining order?
No, law enforcement does not have to be involved unless you need assistance with having someone served.
Do I have to press criminal charges to get a restraining order?
No, law enforcement does not have to be involved unless you need assistance with having someone served.
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Service Area :
Alberhill, Banning, Beaumont, Cabazon, Calimesa, Canyon Lake, Cherry Valley, Corona, Coronita, De Luz, Eastvale, Edgemont, El Cariso, El Cerrito, French Valley, Gavilan Hills, Glen Valley, Good Hope, Highgrove, Home Gardens, Homeland, Juniper Flats, Jurupa Valley, La Cresta, Lake Elsinore, Lake Hills, Lake Mathews, Lakeland Village, Lakeview, March Air Reserve Base, Mead, Valley, Meadowbrook, Menifee, Moreno Valley, Murrieta Hot Springs, Norco, Nuevo, Ortega Hills, Pechanga, Perris, Poppet Flats, Riverside, Romoland, San Gorgonio, San Timoteo Canyon, Sun City, Sunnymead, Temecula,Temescal Canyon,Twin Pines, Warm Springs, Whitewater, Wildomar, Winchester, Woodcrest
Free Services
24/7 Hotline & Advocacy
951.686.7273
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 am - 5 pm
Location
1845 Chicago Avenue, Suite A
Riverside, CA 92507
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this site are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the agency or the funding agencies.
Service Area :
Alberhill, Banning, Beaumont, Cabazon, Calimesa, Canyon Lake, Cherry Valley, Corona, Coronita, De Luz, Eastvale, Edgemont, El Cariso, El Cerrito, French Valley, Gavilan Hills, Glen Valley, Good Hope, Highgrove, Home Gardens, Homeland, Juniper Flats, Jurupa Valley, La Cresta, Lake Elsinore, Lake Hills, Lake Mathews, Lakeland Village, Lakeview, March Air Reserve Base, Mead, Valley, Meadowbrook, Menifee, Moreno Valley, Murrieta Hot Springs, Norco, Nuevo, Ortega Hills, Pechanga, Perris, Poppet Flats, Riverside, Romoland, San Gorgonio, San Timoteo Canyon, Sun City, Sunnymead, Temecula,Temescal Canyon,Twin Pines, Warm Springs, Whitewater, Wildomar, Winchester, Woodcrest
Free Services
24/7 Hotline & Advocacy
951.686.7273
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 am - 5 pm
Location
1845 Chicago Avenue, Suite A
Riverside, CA 92507
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this site are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the agency or the funding agencies.