Checklist: Rape and indecent assault – Legal Fundi

Chapter 9

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RAPE, INCEST AND SEXUAL ASSAULT

The Sexual Offences Act

Sexual violence and HIV testing

Reporting sexual offences

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

The Domestic Violence Act (No 116 of 1998)

Problem 1: Reporting rape or assault and going to court

Problem 2: Using the law against domestic violence

Problem 3: Getting a Protection Order

Checklist: Rape and indecent assault

Checklist: Rape and indecent assault

Have you been to a doctor for a medical check-up?
Do you know the name of the person who raped or assaulted you?
Where does the person live (their address)?
Have you laid a charge against the person at the police station?
Have you reported the case to any welfare organisation, for example, Rape Crisis, church welfare organisation, or social work agency?

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