There are a lot of myths about sexual assault. Many people think that sexual assaults are perpetrated by strangers, and that sexual assault mainly occurs in high risk areas like deserted parking lots or isolated, wooded areas. According to a 1996 Department of Justice report, most imprisoned sex offenders knew their victims and almost 60% of incidents took place in a residential setting.
Many people think that sexual assault is motivated by sexual desire. Most experts agree that it isn't. It is a violent crime, a hostile attack, and an attempt to hurt, humiliate, and control the victim.
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Facts About Sexual Assault
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- 1 in 4 women are victims of rape
- 84% of those women knew their assailant
- 57% of those rapes happened on a date
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Department of Justice reports: |
- Young women between the ages of 16 to 19 years old are at the greatest risk.
- Less than 1 in every 3 sexual assaults is reported to law enforcement officials.
- A woman is raped every 2 minutes in the United States.
- 6 out of 10 sexual assaults occurred in the victim's home or at the home of a friend, relative or neighbor.
- 68% of sexual assaults are committed by people the victims know.
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You can find out more information on sexual offenders, and receive tips on how to avoid becoming a victim, on the Megan's Law website. |
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