Sexual Assault

Turning Point exists to end domestic abuse, sexual assault, and child abuse through safe shelter, advocacy, prevention, and social change.

92%

of victims know the perpetrator of the sexual assault.

What To Do When Assaulted

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What is Rape/Sexual Assault?

  • Any sexual behavior that is against the will of another person.
  •  Often through manipulation, force, or coercion.
  • Types of sexual assault include:
    • Rape
    • Sexual battery
    • Child sexual abuse
    • Incest
    • Same-sex assault
  •  It is not motivated by sex.
    • It’s a crime committed to exert power and control over the victim, or to inflict humiliation and violence upon the victim.
  • It may or may not involve physical injuries, but it always causes emotional distress.
  • Sexual assault is a crime.