Identifying and Preventing Gender Bias in Law Enforcement Response to Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence

Recognize and address biases, assumptions and stereotypes about victims;

Treat all victims with respect and employ interviewing tactics that encourage a victim to participate and provide facts about the incident;

Investigate sexual assault or domestic violence complaints thoroughly and effectively;

Appropriately classify reports of sexual assault or domestic violence;

Refer victims to appropriate services;

Properly identify the assailant in domestic violence incidents;

Hold officers who commit sexual assault or domestic violence accountable; and

Maintain, review, and act upon data regarding sexual assault and domestic violence.

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