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Welcome
To The Web Site For Sex Offenders Information Center
Information from the various state Web sites is not hosted by the
Department, and the Department has neither responsibility for nor
control over the information available for public inspection or
search from individual state Web sites that are accessible through
this Web site. The Department does not guarantee the accuracy,
completeness, or timeliness of the information contained in state
Web sites regarding specific offenders or with respect to the
omission of information about other offenders who may be residing,
working, or attending school in the vicinity of any location that is
the subject of any search using this Web site. In this regard, the
Department accepts no responsibility or liability for damages of any
kind resulting from reliance on this information or lack thereof.
(WARNING)
This site does not contain information on all convicted sex
offenders! Information is only provided for sex offenders
classifying as a Level II or III.
Fighting Back Against Sexual Assault
Every 2.5
minutes, someone is sexually assaulted in the US. And according
to
the Department of Justice, less than 40% of these assaults are reported to police.
This means that all too often, victims go on living with a
painful dark secret. They may be afraid, ashamed, or maybe even
feel that somehow it was their fault. But it’s important to know
that no one deserves this violation. During this
Week Without Violence, and beyond, remember that there are things you can do to
actively take a stand and speak out against sexual assault. You
don’t have to remain quiet, help is available. The
Rape Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) offers some tips for victims of sexual violence:
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Try to get
out of the situation and to a safe place as quickly as
possible.
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Call 911,
or the National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE
(4673). A counselor will guide you through the process of
getting help.
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Save all
evidence. Don’t change clothes, wash your face or hair or
brush your teeth.
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Get
immediate medical attention, even if you aren’t physically
hurt there may be risks of STDs or pregnancy.
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Feeling
guilty, ashamed or afraid is normal. Its important to talk
to a trusted professional to give you support.
Remember that
it’s never too late to get help. Many victims don’t even realize
they need help until months or years after the attack. Check out
the
RAINN website for more information on how you can get help, or
call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE
(4673) to speak with a counselor.
Also, your
local YWCA also offers support resources in your area for
victims of sexual assault and abuse. Check out
the YWCA site for more info on the
Week Without Violence and how to get in touch with your local group.
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