Sexual Assault and Rape
Military Sexual Trauma
For help with treatment and health care related to experiences of MST, please contact your local VA Medical Center and ask to speak to the MST Coordinator.
Gun Violence or "Red Flag" Restraining Order
You can ask for a firearms restraining order against a close family member if you are afraid they may hurt themselves, or another person, with a gun. This resource has more information on how to ask for these orders from a judge. This also has information for people accused of domestic violence who have been served restraining orders.
Resources for Victims of Cyber Exploitation
Resources for people who have had intimate photos or videos published or distributed without their consent. The resources include a background on what cyber exploitation is, an overview of relevant laws, and victims' rights, and many resources that may help.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, you can contact this hotline for support.
Ask for a Fee Waiver if you can't afford filing fees
In most cases, you have to pay a fee to file papers with the court. If you can’t afford the filing fee, you can ask the court for a “fee waiver” in order to file for free. With a fee waiver, you also may not have to pay for certified copies, sheriff's service of process fees, or other costs related to starting a case, such as the cost for a court reporter to be at your trial.
Gun Violence or "Red Flag" Restraining Order
You can ask for a firearms restraining order against a close family member if you are afraid they may hurt themselves, or another person, with a gun. This resource has more information on how to ask for these orders from a judge. This also has information for people accused of domestic violence who have been served restraining orders.
Sexual Assault Towards Men and Boys: Facts and Resources Available
Find out more information about sexaul assault towards men and boys. If you are a survivor know that you are not alone and there are resources available to help.
Ask WomensLaw.org a Question!
The purpose of this Email Hotline is for WomensLaw to provide basic legal information, referrals, and emotional support. The purpose of this Email Hotline is to provide U.S.-based legal information related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. All emails are answered or reviewed by an attorney. However, we cannot provide legal advice or representation and we cannot call you on the phone. You can expect to receive a response within 1-5 business days.
Sexual Assault Towards Men and Boys: Facts and Resources Available
Find out more information about sexaul assault towards men and boys. If you are a survivor know that you are not alone and there are resources available to help.
The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline
Online chat, texting, hotline phone, and WhatsApp support from trained domestic violence advocates.
Ask for a Fee Waiver if you can't afford filing fees
In most cases, you have to pay a fee to file papers with the court. If you can’t afford the filing fee, you can ask the court for a “fee waiver” in order to file for free. With a fee waiver, you also may not have to pay for certified copies, sheriff's service of process fees, or other costs related to starting a case, such as the cost for a court reporter to be at your trial.
Ask WomensLaw.org a Question!
The purpose of this Email Hotline is for WomensLaw to provide basic legal information, referrals, and emotional support. The purpose of this Email Hotline is to provide U.S.-based legal information related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. All emails are answered or reviewed by an attorney. However, we cannot provide legal advice or representation and we cannot call you on the phone. You can expect to receive a response within 1-5 business days.
Military Sexual Trauma
For help with treatment and health care related to experiences of MST, please contact your local VA Medical Center and ask to speak to the MST Coordinator.
Sexual Assault Towards Men and Boys: Facts and Resources Available
Find out more information about sexaul assault towards men and boys. If you are a survivor know that you are not alone and there are resources available to help.
The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline
Online chat, texting, hotline phone, and WhatsApp support from trained domestic violence advocates.