ASA Flashcards
1
Q
What are the types of sexual assault
A
S128(1)(a) or (1)(b) offences
Indecent assault
Any form of unwanted touching or action of sexual nature
Any sexual abuse
2
Q
What are some keys point to an ASA investigation
A
1- Initial action on contact obtain brief details of what happen 2- Case referral 3-Provide support to the victim 4- Prelim interview 5 - Medical exam 6- Formal interview 7- Evidence assessment 8 - Resolution option 9- Prevention
3
Q
What steps should be taken with a victim on first contact
A
1- Ensure she is safe 2- Obtain brief details 3- Refer to CIB 4- Ensure evidence is preserved 5- Record tasking 6- Explain to victim what is happening
4
Q
What the timing cartogies for forensic exams
A
Acute- 1-7 days
Non acute- 7 day to 6 months
Historic - 6 months or more
5
Q
What steps should be taken around medical exams
A
1- Explain to victim what is happening and why
2- Contact practitioner advise them of everything
3- Arrange to meet practitioner
4- Ensuse victim has supporter
5- Use toxicology kits to evidence if have too
6- Arrange for more cloths
7- Take MEK