Sexual Assault Assistance Program
Advocates are available on a 24-hour basis to respond to
requests from law enforcement agencies which have a sexual assault victim
reporting a crime. The advocate provides comfort, support, and assistance
to the victim throughout the law enforcement investigation. When the case
is referred to the State Attorney's Office for prosecution, the Advocate remains
with the victim throughout the entire Criminal Justice System serving as a
liaison for the victim.
Advocates are
also available on a 24-hour basis to assist victims who call the
Rape Crisis Line (1-800-569-RAPE) or (1-800-569-7273)
and either do not want to report the offense to law enforcement or are unsure
about what to do. It is not necessary to report to law enforcement to
receive assistance. All requests for assistance remain confidential.
The Victim Services staff respect the rights of victims to take control of their
own lives and to choose whom they want to involve.
Victim Services 24-Hour Hotline
- (800) 569-7273
The State Attorney Victim Services Division has a 24-hour
Hotline.
If you are a victim and would like to speak with someone,
call the Hotline any time day or night and a Victim Advocate will assist you.
24-Hour Rape Crisis Line - 1-866-828-7273
(RAPE)
If you are a sexual violence victim and would like to speak with someone,
call the Rape Crisis Line any time day or night and a Victim Advocate will
assist you.
According to Florida Statute, this is a Confidential Call.
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