Your Rights As A Survivor

You have the right to:

• Be treated with respect, dignity, and courtesy.
• File a complaint and receive services regardless of your relationship with
  the assailant.
• Not be subjected to prejudice because of your race, age, gender, class,
  sexual orientation, or occupation.
• Talk about what happened to you, and the right not to talk about it.
• The form of communication which is most comfortable to you.
• Have a sexual assault counselor with you during medical, law
  enforcement, and legal proceedings.
• Know the purpose of any form you are asked to sign.
• Ask questions and receive answers about any tests, exams,
  medications, or treatment.
• Be informed of any necessary follow-up care and testing.
• Voice complaints and expect to have them heard and explored.