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Building 486 Replacement Avenue

Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473

(573) 596-0212

Have you or someone you care about been sexually assaulted? If you answered yes, contact the Family Violence/Sexual Assault Response Line (573) 596-0446, the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (573) 433-9085 (anita.saab@us.army.mil) and/or the Installation Victim Advocate Program at (573) 596-0212 for assistance and information on resources and services available to victims of sexual assault.  As a victim you can have assistance and support throughout the medical, investigative, counseling, and judicial processes.

Sexual Assault is a crime. Sexual assault is defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault includes:

 

Sexual Act - Penetration of the vagina with any part of the body except the tongue or with an object.

Sexual Contact - Intentional touching (directly or through the clothing) of the genitalia, anus, groin, breast, inner thigh, or buttocks of another person.

• 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.

Sexual assault can occur without regard to gender or spousal relationship or age of victim.

 

“Consent” shall not mean the failure by the victim to offer physical resistance.  Consent is not given when a person uses force, threat of force, coercion or when the victim is asleep, incapacitated, or unconscious.  Prior consent does NOT imply present consent.

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Differences between Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment

Sexual assault and sexual harassment are not the same, although they are related to each other.

Sexual Harassment:

·   Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

·  Sexual harassment can involve physical contact; it also refers to verbal or other forms of gender discrimination of a sexual nature.  When physical contact becomes sexual in nature (i.e. grabbing or rubbing the butt or grabbing a breast) it crosses the line into sexual assault.

·  There are two types of sexual harassment:

o       Quid Pro Quo - sexual harassment refers to conditions placed on a person’s career or terms of employment in return for sexual favors. It involves threat of adverse actions if the victim does not submit or promises of favorable action if the person does submit.

o       Hostile Environment - sexual harassment occurs when a person is subjected to offensive, unwanted, and unsolicited comments and behavior of a sexual nature that interferes with that persons work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment.

·  For more information on sexual harassment, see Army Regulation 600-20 or contact your unit EOR or the Installation EEO.

Sexual Assault:

·  Sexual assault refers specifically to rape, forcible sodomy, indecent assault, or carnal knowledge, or attempts to commit these acts as defined by the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).  (See definitions above)

·  Sexual assault is a crime punishable by the UCMJ.

·  Other sex-related offenses are defined as all other sexual acts or acts in violation of the Uniform Code of Military Justice that do not meet the above definition of sexual assault, or the definition of sexual harassment as promulgated in DoD Directive 1350.2, Department of Defense Military Equal Opportunity. Examples of other sex-related offenses could include indecent acts with another and adultery.

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Restricted Reporting

• This option is recommended for victims of sexual assault who wish to confidentially disclose the crime and receive medical treatment and counseling without triggering the official investigative process. Service members who are sexually assaulted and desire restricted reporting under this policy must report the assault to specifically identified individuals to include the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), Victim Advocate (VA), a healthcare provider or chaplain. This policy on restricted reporting is in addition to the current protections afforded under the privileged communications with a chaplain, and does not alter or affect those protections.   
• Healthcare providers will initiate the appropriate care and treatment, and report the sexual assault to the SARC in lieu of reporting the assault to law enforcement or the command. Upon notification of a reported sexual assault, the SARC will immediately assign a VA to the victim. The assigned VA will provide accurate information on the process of restricted and unrestricted reporting.   
• At the victim’s discretion/request, an appropriately trained healthcare provider shall conduct a sexual assault forensic examination (SAFE), which may include the collection of evidence. 

Unrestricted Reporting  

• This option is recommended for victims of sexual assault who desire medical treatment, counseling and an official investigation of the crime. When selecting unrestricted reporting, a victim should use current reporting channels (e.g. chain of command, law enforcement), report the incident to the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), or request their healthcare provider to notify law enforcement. Upon notification of a reported sexual assault, the SARC will immediately assign a Victim Advocate (VA).  At the victim’s discretion/request, the healthcare provider shall conduct a sexual assault forensic examination (SAFE), which may include the collection of evidence. Details regarding the incident will be limited to only those personnel who have a legitimate need to know.

What options do I have if I am sexually assaulted?

• Find a safe environment - anywhere away from the offender. Ask a trusted friend to stay with you for moral support.
• Call 911 if you need immediate medical or police assistance.
• Preserve all evidence of the assault:  avoid drinking, bathing, showering, urinating, douching, brushing your teeth, or changing your clothes.  Try to write down everything you can remember about the assault and the offender.
• Go to the nearest emergency room (ER) to be examined for any injuries and screened for possible sexually transmitted diseases or pregnancy.
• Report the crime.  Reporting the crime can help you regain a sense of personal power and control and can also help to ensure the safety of other potential victims.
• Call the 24 hour a day Installation Family Violence/Sexual Assault Response Line at (573) 596-0446; the Installation Victim Advocate, Monday-Friday 0700-1630 at (573) 596-0212, after hours and holidays use the pager (888) 491-1727; or the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) at (573) 433-9085 for information on reporting, crisis intervention and follow-up, referral and support.
• For additional support 24 hours a day, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline, operated by RAINN, at (800)-656-HOPE (4673), or Military One Source at (800) 342-9647.

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Role of Victim Advocate

 

The Installation Victim Advocate provides victims of sexual assault a resource for immediate and ongoing information and referral assistance, safety planning, and support services.

The Installation Victim Advocate will:

• Respond to the referral for the victim of sexual assault.
• Ensure that the victim understands that talking to the victim advocate is voluntary.
• Assist the victim in clarifying choices regarding medical exams, treatment, and the investigative process, and interacting with his/her command and additional support personnel they may wish to see.
• Inform the victim of reporting options and have them sign a victim preference statement.
•  Ensure the victim receives guidance and emotional support.
•  Assist the victim in regaining control of their environment.
•  Explain what medical procedures will occur.
•  Ensure the victim knows he/she is in control and can say “yes” or “no” at anytime to the procedures.

·         Offer victim information, as appropriate, regarding local resources for immediate safety and long-term protection and support, workplace safety, housing, child care, legal services, clinical resources, medical services, chaplain resources and other military and civilian support services.

·         Provide basic techniques of crisis intervention, reinforcement of explanations, and information for emotional, medical, and legal follow-up, as well as a “presence” during legal and judicial procedures.

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• Commanders should determine the best course of action for separating victims from the offenders during the investigation of sexual assault cases.   If the victim and offender are in the same unit, command can separate them to include transfer of one or the other to a different unit and/or installation.        
•  Commanders may issue a Military Protection Order (MPO) or no-contact order.   These orders are valid both on and off-post with violations being punishable under the UCMJ.  While both oral and written no-contact orders can be given, it is recommended that Commanders put them in writing.  Written documentation of an MPO should be put on form DA 2873 and a   copy must be provided to the victim within 24 hours. 
• Commanders should also collaborate with the Installation Victim Advocate  and Social Work Services to ensure safety planning is provided for the victim.

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Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program Listing

Check your company’s SAPR bulletin board for your Unit Victim Advocate’s name and contact information.

For additional questions and information, call the Fort Leonard Wood Army Community Services, Family Advocacy Program at 573-596-0212.

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Military and Community Resources

 

GENERAL LEONARD WOOD      COMMUNITY HOSPITAL  126 Missouri Avenue  (573) 596-2157/0456 (ER)  (573) 596-0522 (Behavioral Medicine)  (573) 596-1507 (Social Work)	SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION    AND RESPONSE (SAPR) PROGRAM  140 Replacement Ave., Suite 1109  Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473  (573) 596-0212 (During duty hours)  (573) 433-9085 (Sexual Assault Response    Coordinator)  anita.saab@us.army.mil
FLW FAMILY VIOLENCE/SEXUAL    ASSAULT RESPONSE LINE  (573) 596-0446 (Available 24 hours a day)	COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE  Bldg. 310, 126 Missouri Ave.  Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473  (573) 596-0518 (Phone)
PROVOST MARSHAL (MP)  Bldg. 1000  Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473  (573) 596-6141 (Phone)  911 - Emergency	LEGAL ASSISTANCE - SJA  Bldg. 1706  Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473  (573) 596-0629 (Phone)
CHAPLAIN FAMILY LIFE CENTER  Bldg. 458  Ft. Leonard Wood, MO 65473  (573) 596-0088 (Phone)	AMERICAN RED CROSS  (573) 596-0300 (During duty hours)  (877) 272-7337 (Phone after hours)
MILITARY ONE SOURCE  (800) 342-9647    www.militaryonesource.com	RAPE, ABUSE & INCEST  NATIONAL NETWORK (RAINN)  (800) 656-HOPE (4673) (Hotline)  www.rainn.org
WAYNESVILLE POLICE    DEPARTMENT  201 North St.  Waynesville, MO 65583  (573) 774-2414 (Non-Emergency Phone)  911 - Emergency	ST. ROBERT POLICE   DEPARTMENT  194 Eastlawn Ave Suite A  St. Robert, MO 65584  (573) 451-2000 (Non-Emergency Phone)  911 - Emergency
PULASKI COUNTY SHERIFF’S    DEPARTMENT  301 Historic Rt. 66 E, Suite 136  Waynesville, MO 65583  (573) 774-6196 (Non-Emergency Phone)  911- Emergency	ROLLA POLICE DEPARTMENT  1007 N Elm St.                                   Rolla, MO    65401         (573) 364-1213
MISSOURI HIGHWAY PATROL  (573) 368-2345 (Phone)  (800) 525-5555 (Emergencies)	MISSOURI OFFICE OF THE    ATTORNEY GENERAL  Missouri Attorney General's Office  Supreme Court Building  207 W. High St., P.O. Box 899  Jefferson City, MO 65102  (573) 751-3321 (Phone)  ag@ago.mo.gov
GENESIS:  A PLACE OF NEW    BEGINNINGS (Servicing Camden,     Laclede, Miller, Phelps, & Pulaski    Counties)  P.O. Box 4177  Waynesville, MO 65583  (877) 774-2628 (Hotline)  (573) 774-2628  pccc@jobe.net	PHELPS COUNTY FAMILY CRISIS    SERVICES, INC. (RUSSELL HOUSE)  (Servicing Crawford, Dent, Maries, and  Phelps Counties)  P.O. Box 2259  Rolla, MO 65402  (800) 998-8340 (Hotline)  (573) 364-0222 (Hotline)  (573) 364-0579 (Office)  rhed@fidnet.com
COPE, INC.  (Servicing Dallas, Laclede, Texas,    Webster & Wright Counties)  P.O. Box 1281  Lebanon, MO 65536  (877) 275-0930 (Hotline)  (417) 532-2885 (Office)  cope@webound.com	MISSOURI COALITION AGAINST    DOMESTIC & SEXUAL VIOLENCE    (MCADSV)  718 East Capitol Ave.  Jefferson City, MO 65101  (573) 634-4161 (Phone)  (573) 636-3728 (Fax)  www.mocadsv.org
CITIZENS AGAINST DOMESTIC    VIOLENCE  (Servicing Camden, Miller & Morgan     Counties)  P.O. Box 245  Camdenton, MO 65020  (888) 809-7233 (Hotline)  cadvvoc@sbcglobal.net	NATIONAL CENTER FOR VICTIMS    OF CRIME (NCVOC)  2000 M Street NW, Suite 480  Washington, DC 20036  (202) 467-8700 (Phone)  (202) 467-8701 (Fax)  http://www.ncvc.org/ncvc/Main.aspx
NATIONAL SEXUAL VIOLENCE    RESOURCE CENTER  123 North Enola Drive    Enola, Pennsylvania  17025  (877) 739-3895 (Tollfree)    (717) 909-0710 (Phone)    (717) 909-0714 (Fax)  http://www.nsvrc.org	THE L.E.A.D. INSTITUTE  (Statewide)  Sexual Assault crisis intervention for the    hearing impaired  311 Bernadette Dr., Suite C  Columbia, MO 65203  (800) 380-3323 (Deafline)  (888) 761-4357 (Hotline)  (573) 445-5005 (Office)  slogan@midamerica.com

 

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Contact Information

Address: Army Community Service Center

486 Replacement Ave. Ste 1102

Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473

Telephone: 573-596-0212    Fax: 573-329-4545    Toll Free: 1-866-802-6707

 

E-mail: General Information : leon.dmwr@conus.army.mil

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