“Hello there! I’m here to provide you with a bit of information if you would like to seek help from the police after having confronted or observed an instance of sexual or gender-based violence. I would like to remind you that suggestions on this post should not be taken as medical advice, legal advice, therapy, etc. or as a one-size-fits-all approach. Keep in mind that every individual’s journey of experiencing and navigating through stress or trauma is distinctive because you are one of a kind and no person is truly like you! Experiencing abuse in any form is NOT OKAY, but what you are experiencing as a result of abuse is valid. Please know that healing is not a formula and is not for anyone else to define for you. You do you, and you follow all that you need to follow, to help yourself. If you need additional resources or just someone to talk to, feel free to reach out to Imaara Foundation."
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Filing a case with the police with a report of sexual violence is the first step you take when you want to press charges against the one who was violent with you, abused you or threatened harm to you.
Should I press charges?
To press charges or not to press charges remains a decision that falls entirely within your domain to make.
If you decide not to press charges, that is perfectly understandable – you may take steps to ensure that you have a route to stay safe and are not vulnerable to abuse or violence.
Is there a statute of limitations if I choose to press charges?
What can I be ready with if I choose to report to the police?
Must there be someone with me when I report to the police?
What happens when I report my case?
Who can report a case to the police?
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