1.    Go to a safe place. But if at all possible (only if safe) stay at the crime scene (area where rape occurred) and wait for police to come to you. You can ask a trusted friend to stay with you.

 

2.    Get medical attention immediately. Even with no physical injuries, it is important to determine the risks of sexually transmitted diseases (STD's) and pregnancy.

 

3.    If you want to report the assault, notify the police immediately, Call 911. You can report the assault even if you choose not to press charges.

 

4.    Preserve evidence - Don't bathe, shower, douche, change clothes, comb your hair, brush teeth, chew gum, or eat/drink anything.  Do not clean up or alter the room/area in any way.

5.    Write down all the details you can recall about the incident.

 

6.    Ask the hospital to conduct a rape kit exam. This will help to preserve evidence if you choose to report the incident, now or later.

 

7.    If you suspect you may have been drugged, ask that a urine sample be collected. The sample will need to be analyzed by a forensic lab.

 8.    Talk with a counselor who is trained to assist rape victims. Sexual Assault Support Services 1-888-747-7070

 
Remember that it's not your fault.

 

Recognize that healing from sexual violence takes time. Give yourself the time you need.

 

Know that it's never too late to call. Even if the assault happened years ago, many victims do not realize they need help until months or years later: Call RAINN - (Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network) at 1-800-656-HOPE,