Sexual Assault

The legal Definition

Sexual contact or penetration without consent occurs if the victim is coerced by the use or threatened use of force; is unable to give consent to the sexual act because of mental disorder, drugs, alcohol, sleep or any other similar impaired state (which is known or should have reasonably been known to the perpetrator); or is intentionally deceived as to the nature of the act.

MYTH: It's not rape of the two people know each other.

FACT:  Anytime a person is made to have sex against his/her will it is sexual assault.

MYTH:  Most incidents of rape are by strangers.

FACT:  Sexual Assaults are far more likely to be committed by someone the victim knows.  87% of all sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance of the victim.

MYTH:  It's not really rape of both of  you have been drinking and someone has sex with you without your consent.

FACT:  It is always risky when alcohol is involved and people are under the influence but no one deserves to be raped.

MYTH:  As an international student if I report this crime then my Visa will be taken away and I will have to return home.

FACT:  Reporting these crimes are important.  You will be protected.  Your status of international student is not affected.

When you go home late you can call the MUPD Escort Service at 696-HELP