What percentage of sexual assaults are reported?
Question: What percentage of sexual assaults are reported?
The percentage of sexual assaults that are reported to law enforcement varies widely depending on the study and location, but research consistently shows that sexual assault is significantly underreported. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, only about 20% of female rape victims and 4% of male rape victims report their assault to law enforcement.
There are many reasons why sexual assault goes unreported, including fear of retaliation, mistrust of law enforcement, shame or guilt, and concerns about privacy or confidentiality. It's important to remember that just because a sexual assault is not reported to law enforcement does not mean it didn't happen or that it was not traumatic for the survivor. Seeking support from a trusted friend, family member, or trained professional can be an important step for survivors in the aftermath of sexual assault, regardless of whether or not they choose to report the assault to law enforcement.
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