This presentation explores the law enforcement response to sexual assault investigations and its impacts on a victim's willingness to engage with the criminal justice system. It also highlights the trauma survivors endure and their physiological reactions to the questions posed by law enforcement during initial investigations. Key areas of focus include Case Intake, Law Enforcement Response, Victim Interviews, Offender Interviews, Evidence Recovery and DNA collection, Domestic Violence, and the Prosecution process.
Learning Objectives:
Comprehend the psychological impact of child sexual assault on victims and their families.
Understand the essential steps in conducting a thorough and sensitive investigation into child sexual assault cases.
Review critical legal considerations, such as evidence collection, consent, and the handling of sensitive materials in child sexual assault cases.
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