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Under Oregon law sexual abuse is defined in ORS 163.415 as any non-consensual sexual contact. This includes contact resulting from physical force or a threat of force that places a person in fear of immediate or future death or physical injury to self or another person. Common terms that are associated with sexual assault are: rape, sex abuse and sodomy.
There is no "normal" reaction to being sexually abused. Frequently victims of sexual abuse report feeling overwhelmed, numb, anxious, angry or feeling a lack of control. You may have difficulty concentrating, being around other people, sleeping or eating. These reactions to sexual abuse can make difficult to decide what steps you want to take
Even if you do not seem physically injured, it is important to medical attention as soon as possible after an assault. You do not need to report being sexually assaulted to the police to have a sexual abuse examination. A sexual assault examination can include preventative treatment against STDs and HIV and the exam will preserve any potential physical evidence if you later decide to report the assault to the police. lf the exam is done within 7 days of the assault, the Sexual Assault Victims' Emergency (SAVE) fund is able to pay the costs of the exam.
Our Victim Advocates are here to provide emotional support in the immediate aftermath of sexual abuse as well as provide advocacy, resources and referrals to assist you in your recovery process. lf you report your abuse to law enforcement, a victim advocate will provide support and information throughout the criminal justice process.
Whether or not you report your abuse to law enforcement, a victim advocate can:
- Explain your options of reporting the sexual abuse to law enforcement
- Provide support during a medical exam
- Provide information and referrals to available resources
- Help you access funds to pay for your medical exam
- Help you make a safety plan
- Assist with filing a protective order
ln addition, if you report the crime to law enforcement, a victim advocate can:
- Support you throughout the criminal justice process
- Provide notification of court hearings and their outcomes
- Accompany you to court hearings and meetings with law enforcement or the prosecutor
- Assist you in understanding and exercising your victim rights
- Provide on-going referrals to resources and assist with safety planning as your needs change
Victim Assistance is here to help
Please call 503-655-8616 (24 hr) or email: victimsassistance@clackamas.us
Resources
Confidential advocacy, shelter and support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
503-654-2288 (24 hr)
Confidential advocacy and services to Russian-speaking victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
503-381-7757 (24 hr)
7931 NE Halsey St, Suite 304
Portland OR 97213
Confidential advocacy and support for Spanish-speaking victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
503-232-4448 (24hr)
Provides free, comprehensive legal services for sexual assault victims with civil legal issues
520 SW Yamhill, Suite 430
Portland OR97204
503-274-5477
legalhelp@victimrights.org
Crisis line and support services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
PO Box 42610
Portland OR97242
503-235-5333 (24hr)
support@calltosafety.org
Providing support for survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and sex-trafficking
P.O. Box 1293
Silverton, OR 97381
971-235-0021 (24hr)
Track the status of your sexual assault exam.
Provides information regarding legal resources for victims of sexual assault.
