What To Do Over 72 Hours

If the assault happened more than 72 hours (3 days) ago you can request an exam to make sure there is no trauma, and also do all STD and pregnancy testing. The only thing we can't provide is forensic evidence collection as has been too long since the assault. Remember, we will still send an advocate to the hospital to provide support and resources. You can still report to police.

You may also report to police, even if there is no forensic evidence. If you decide to report the assault to the police, it is important not to destroy any potential evidence. If you still have the clothes you were wearing during the assault, be sure to put them in a paper bag. Take a change of clothes with you to the hospital.

If you don't want to report the assault to the police you can...

Call the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line. 520-327-7273 or 1-800-400-1001
Calls can be made anonymously. Even if you do not want to report to the police, you may still need emotional support and/or information.

    OR

Call your primary care physician/family doctor. *
Ask about what kind of medical care you need.

    OR

Go to a medical clinic for important medical care. *
Even if you don't seem to have any physical injuries, it is important to make sure that you are okay. Also, you can get medications that may help prevent infections, HIV, and pregnancy.

* All medical professionals are required by law to report sexual assaults to the police, but you do not have to answer any questions or press charges. No one has the right to make you talk if you don't want to!

Whatever you do to survive is the right thing to do!

 

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