OPNAVINST 1752.1C 

 13 Aug 2015 

NAVY SEXUAL ASSAULT 

PREVENTION AND 

RESPONSE (SAPR) 

PROGRAM 
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS

2000 NAVY PENTAGON

WASHINGTON, DC 20350-2000 

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OPNAV INSTRUCTION 1752.1C

From: Chief of Naval Operations 

Subj: NAVY SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PROGRAM 

Ref: (a) DoD Instruction 6495.02 of 28 March 2013

 (b) SECNAVINST 1752.4B 

 (c) DoD Directive 6495.01 of 23 January 2012 

 (d) BUMEDINST 6310.11A

 (e) SECNAVINST 5370.7D 

 (f) DoD Instruction 5505.18 of 25 January 2013

 (g) OPNAVINST 5354.1F 

 (h) OPNAVINST F3100.6J (NOTAL) 

 (i) NAVPERS 15560D, Naval Military Personnel Manual 

 (j) SECNAVINST 1920.6C 

 (k) RESPERS M-1001.5, Naval Reserve Personnel Manual 

1. Purpose

 a. To issue policies and standards to aid in the prevention 

of sexual assault throughout the Navy, provide support to 

victims, define requirements, and assign responsibility for 

implementation of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and 

Response (SAPR) Program pursuant to references (a) through (k).

 b. This is a complete revision and should be reviewed in 

its entirety. Significant changes to this instruction are as 

described in subparagraphs 1b(1) through 1(b)(16). 

 (1) Change the Navy Sexual Assault Victim Intervention 

Program to the Navy SAPR Program to align with the Department of 

the Navy (DON) SAPR Office and Department of Defense (DoD) 

policy. 

 (2) Require commanders to consult a judge advocate 

general officer prior to disposition of any sexual assault case.
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 (3) Delineate notification and reporting requirements 

for sexual assaults within the Navy. 

 (4) Require nationally recognized advocacy standards for 

the certification and credentialing of sexual assault response 

coordinators (SARC), deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR victim 

advocates (SAPR VA), and unit SAPR VAs. 

 (5) Require commanding officers (CO), executive officers 

(XO), and the senior enlisted leaders assigned complete the SARC 

commander’s toolkit brief and training regarding the Military 

Rule of Evidence 514.

 (6) Establish minimum standards for the qualifications 

necessary to be selected, trained, and certified for assignment 

as a SAPR program manager (PM).

 (7) Eliminate the command SAPR liaisons and data 

collection coordinator assignment requirements and updating 

responsibilities of the unit SAPR point of contact (POC). 

 (8) Establish the requirement for monitoring the use of 

fiscal, personnel, and program resources necessary for effective 

SAPR programs via the appropriate program element codes (i.e., 

0808738 Operation and Maintenance, Navy; 0538738 Operations and 

Maintenance, Navy Reserve). 

 (9) Establish a self-assessment tool for commands to 

ascertain SAPR program compliance within individual commands. 

 (10) Establish procedures for supporting use of the DoD 

Safe Helpline as the sole hotline for crisis intervention and 

facilitation of victim reporting. 

 (11) Establish the option for sexual assault victims to 

report the assault to other COs or an inspector general if the 

alleged offender is the victim’s CO or an individual within the 

immediate chain of command. 

 (12) Establish the right for a victim who files an 

unrestricted report to seek assistance from a legal assistance 

attorney.
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 (13) Establish procedures for victim support to include 

establishment of victims’ legal counsel and special victims’ 

investigations and prosecution capability. 

 (14) Establish sexual assault case management group 

(CMG) membership, roles, and responsibilities. 

 (15) Require flag officer review of grounds and 

circumstances into recommendations for involuntary separation 

within 1 year of final disposition of the case of service 

members who filed Unrestricted Reports of sexual assault. 

 (16) Incorporate requirements for line of duty 

determinations. 

2. Cancellation. OPNAVINST 1752.1B. 

3. Change Recommendations. SAPR policies, procedures, and 

requirements may be modified only by change to this instruction. 

Submit recommendations to Deputy Chief of Naval Operations 

Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education (CNO (N1)). 

4. Records Management. Records created as a result of this 

instruction, regardless of media and format, must be managed per 

Secretary of the Navy Manual 5210.1 of January 2012. 

5. Forms and Information Collection Requirements 

 a. The forms listed in subparagraphs 5a(1) through 5a(7) 

may be downloaded from the DoD Forms Management Program Web site

at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/forms/index.htm.

 (1) DD Form 261 Report of Investigation Line of Duty and 

Misconduct Status. 

 (2) DD Form 2701 Initial Information for Victims and 

Witnesses of Crime. 

 (3) DD Form 2873 Military Protective Order.

 (4) DD Form 2910 Victim Reporting Preference Statement. 
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 (5) DD Form 2911 DoD Sexual Assault Forensic Examination 

(SAFE) Report. 

 (6) DD Form 2950 Department of Defense Sexual Assault 

Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) Application Packet for 

New Applicants.

 (7) DD Form 2950-1 Department of Defense Sexual Assault 

Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) Renewal Application 

Packet for Renewal Applicants 

 b. The forms listed in subparagraphs 5b(1) through 5b(4) 

may be downloaded from Naval Forms OnLine at 

https://navalforms.documentservices.dla.mil/web/public/home.

 (1) OPNAV 1752/2 Sexual Assault Incident Response 

Oversight (8-Day) Report.

 (2) OPNAV 1752/3 Sexual Assault Prevention and Response 

(SAPR) Program Command Assessment Tool. 

 (3) NAVPERS 1752/1 Sexual Assault Disposition Report. 

 (4) NAVPERS 1070/887 Sex Offense Accountability Record. 

 c. Data collections contained within this instruction have 

been assigned Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV)

report control symbols (RCS) as per subparagraphs 5c(1) through 

5c(4).

 (1) OPNAV RCS 1752-2 has been assigned to sexual assault 

report to combatant commands contained in chapter 2,

subparagraph 3k.

 (2) DD-P&R(Q)2205 has been assigned to Service referral, 

restricted report data and analysis, and unrestricted incident 

data analysis contained in chapter 2, subparagraphs 4j, 8w, and 

9b.

 (3) OPNAV RCS 1752-3 has been assigned to the reports of 

SAPR program access numbers contained in chapter 2, subparagraph 

8c.
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 (4) OPNAV RCS 1752-4 has been assigned to OPNAV 1752/2 

Sexual Assault Incident Response Oversight (8-day) Report.

 W. F. MORAN 

 Deputy Chief of Naval Operations 

 (Manpower, Personnel, Training 

 and Education) 

Distribution: 

Electronic only, via Department of the Navy Issuances Web site 

http://doni.documentservices.dla.mil
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Chapter 1 General Information Page

1 Purpose 1-1

2 Objective 1-1

3 Applicability 1-1

4 Scope 1-3

5 Definitions and Abbreviations and Acronyms 1-4

Chapter 2 Responsibilities

1 Responsibilities 2-1

2 Judge Advocate General of the Navy 2-1

3 Chief of Chaplains (CNO N097) 2-5

4 CNO (N1) 2-5

5 OPNAV N17 2-7

6 Navy Office of Information (CHINFO) 2-8

7 Director, NCIS 2-8

8 Chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) 2-8

9 Commander, Navy Personnel Command (NAVPERSCOM) 2-12

10 Commander, Naval Education and Training 

 Command (NETC) 2-13

11 CNIC 2-13

12 Fleet Commanders 2-17

13 Regional Commanders 2-19

14 Installation COs 2-19

15 Commanders, COs, and Officers in Charge (OIC) 2-21

16 Remote Commands 2-26

17 SAPR Officers 2-27

18 Regional SARCs 2-27

19 SARCs 2-28

20 Deployed Resiliency Counselors 2-33

21 SAPR VAs and Unit SAPR VAs 2-35

22 Unit SAPR POCs 2-37

Appendix 2A SAPR Program Cross-Functional Team (CFT) 

 Charter 2A-1

Appendix 2B Commander’s Checklist 2B-1

Appendix 2C SAPR Watchstander Checklist 2C-1

Chapter 3 Reporting Options and Requirements 

1 Reporting Options 3-1

2 Unrestricted Reports 3-1

3 Restricted Reports 3-2

4 Exceptions to Restricted Reporting 3-4
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5 Non-participating Victim 3-6

6 Confidential Communications 3-7

7 Victim Confiding in Another Person 3-9

8 Independent Investigations 3-9

9 Reporting Requirements for Unrestricted Reports 3-10

 Appendix 3A Sexual Assault Reporting Requirements

 Matrix 3A-1

Chapter 4 Sexual Assault Response 

1 General 4-1

2 Victim Support 4-1

3 Victim Safety and Well-being 4-5

4 Expedited Transfer Requests 4-8

5 Command Notification 4-8

6 Alleged Offenders 4-10

7 Accountability 4-10

8 Collateral Misconduct 4-15

Chapter 5 Sexual Assault Case Management Group (CMG)

1 General 5-1

2 Requirements 5-1

3 Victim Confidentiality 5-5

Appendix 5A High-Risk Response Team Safety Assessment 

 Tool 5A-1

Appendix 5B Sexual Assault Case Management Group (CMG) 

 Membership List 5B-1

Chapter 6 Evidence Collection 

1 General 6-1

2 SAFEs 6-1

3 Chain of Custody 6-1

Appendix 6A Restricted Report Control Number Matrix 6A-1

Chapter 7 Sexual Assault Record and Data Collection 

1 General 7-1

2 DSAID 7-1

3 Access to Records 7-2

4 Military Records 7-3
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Chapter 8 Defense – Sexual Assault Advocate Certification 

Program (D-SAACP)

1 General 8-1

2 Certification 8-1

3 Revocation 8-1

Chapter 9 Procedures for the Navy Reserve Force 

1 General 9-1

2 Eligibility 9-2

3 Reporting Requirements 9-3

4 Line of Duty Procedures 9-3

5 Expedited Transfer Requests 9-5

Chapter 10 Training 

1 General 10-1

2 Requirements 10-2

Appendices 

Appendix A – Definitions A-1

Appendix B - Abbreviations and Acronyms B-1
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CHAPTER 1 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

1. Purpose. This instruction establishes internal Navy policy 

only and is not intended to, nor does it, create any rights, 

substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or equity by any 

victim, witness, suspect, accused, or other person in any 

matter, civil or criminal, and places no limits on the lawful 

prerogatives of the Navy or its officials. 

2. Objective. Sexual assault is a criminal act incompatible 

with Navy core values, high standards of professionalism, and 

personal discipline. Navy’s focus on prevention and response 

includes effective education and training, a 24 hour and 7 days 

per week (24/7) response capability to ensure victim support, 

worldwide reporting procedures, and appropriate accountability. 

Commanders, supervisors, and managers at all levels are 

responsible for the effective implementation of the SAPR program 

and policy. 

3. Applicability. This instruction is applicable throughout 

the U.S. Navy to: 

 a. Service members who are on active duty and who have been 

sexually assaulted, regardless of when or where the sexual 

assault took place, including those who were victims of sexual 

assault prior to enlistment or commissioning. 

 b. National Guard (NG) and Reserve Component (RC) members 

who are sexually assaulted when performing active service, as 

defined in section 101(d)(3) of Title 10, United States Code 

(U.S.C.), and inactive duty training (IDT). If reporting a 

sexual assault that occurred prior to or while not performing 

active service or inactive training, NG and RC members will be 

eligible to receive limited SAPR support services from a SARC, a 

SAPR VA, and a victims’ legal counsel, and are eligible to file 

a restricted or unrestricted report.

 c. Military dependents 18 years of age and older who are 

eligible for treatment in the military health system (MHS), at 

installations in the continental United States (CONUS) and 
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outside of the continental United States (OCONUS), and who were 

victims of sexual assault perpetrated by someone other than a 

spouse or intimate partner. 

 (1) Adult military dependents may file unrestricted or 

restricted reports of sexual assault. 

 (2) The Family Advocacy Program (FAP) covers Service 

members and adult military dependent victims who are sexually 

assaulted by a spouse or intimate partner and military dependent 

sexual assault victims who are under 18 years of age. The 

installation SARC and the installation FAP and domestic violence 

intervention and prevention staff must direct coordination when 

a sexual assault occurs within a domestic relationship or 

involves child abuse.

 d. Non-military individuals listed in subparagraphs 3d(1) 

and 3d(2) who are victims of sexual assault are eligible for 

limited emergency care medical services at a medical treatment 

facility (MTF), unless that individual is otherwise eligible as 

a Service member or TRICARE (http://www.tricare.mil) beneficiary 

of the MHS to receive treatment in an MTF at no cost to them. 

At this time, they are only eligible to file an unrestricted 

report. They will also be offered the limited SAPR services to 

be defined as the assistance of a SARC and a SAPR VA while 

undergoing emergency care OCONUS. These limited medical and 

SAPR services must be provided to:

 (1) DoD civilian employees and their family dependents 

18 years of age and older when they are stationed or performing 

duties OCONUS and eligible for treatment in the MHS at military 

installations or facilities OCONUS. These DoD civilian 

employees and their family dependents 18 years of age and older 

only have the unrestricted reporting option. 

 (2) U.S. citizen DoD contractor personnel when they are 

authorized to accompany the Military Services in a contingency 

operation OCONUS and their U.S. citizen employees. DoD 

contractor personnel only have the unrestricted reporting 

option. Additional medical services may be provided to 

contractors covered under this instruction per references (a) 

through (d) as applicable. 
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 e. Victims of sexual assault incidents occurring under DON 

jurisdiction are eligible, regardless of affiliation, for 

available advocacy services. 

4. Scope

 a. All Navy personnel are responsible for understanding 

Navy’s sexual assault policy, the penalties and consequences for 

engaging in any form of sexual assault, and the adverse impact 

of sexual assault on unit and Navy mission accomplishment. Navy 

personnel must not: 

 (1) Commit sexual assault or other acts of sexual 

misconduct, in violation of the Uniform Code of Military Justice 

(UCMJ); 

 (2) Retaliate or take reprisal against a person who 

provides information on an incident of alleged sexual assault; 

 (3) Knowingly make a false accusation of a sexual 

assault; or 

 (4) Condone or ignore sexual assaults. 

 b. All Navy personnel must be made aware of Navy’s policy

regarding retaliation and reprisal outlined in reference (e). 

First responders must be alert to the potential presence of 

retaliation in sexual assault cases, its impact on victims who 

file reports, and procedures for reporting suspected violations 

to the proper authority. 

 c. Waivers will not be granted for commissioning or 

enlistment in the Navy when the person has a qualifying 

conviction for a crime of sexual assault or is required to be 

registered as a sex offender, per OPNAVINST 1752.3. 

 d. A flag officer must review the circumstances of and 

grounds for the proposed involuntary separation of a Service 

member who reports a sexual assault and is later recommended for 

involuntary separation within 1 year of final disposition of the 

reported incident. 
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 e. Specific assessments of SAPR programs must be included 

in all command inspections and area visits, ensuring that 

subordinate inspectors general include SAPR program assessments 

in respective unit-level inspection programs. 

5. Definitions and Abbreviations and Acronyms. Please refer to 

appendix A for definitions to terms and appendix B for 

abbreviations and acronyms used throughout this instruction. 
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CHAPTER 2 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Responsibilities. Commanders must take appropriate action 

under United States laws and regulations on all allegations of 

sexual assault. DoD and DON civilian officials at each 

management level must advocate a strong SAPR program and provide 

education and training that enable prevention and appropriate 

response to incidents of sexual assault. 

2. Judge Advocate General of the Navy must:

 a. Establish a timely, effective, worldwide capability to 

support the prosecution of covered offenses outlined in 

references (a) and (b).

 b. Oversee and manage the special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability for prosecution and legal support to:

 (1) Select specially-trained special victim 

investigation and prosecution capability prosecutors. Based 

upon the severity of cases, as determined by supervisory 

attorneys, special victim investigation and prosecution 

prosecutors will be assigned to litigate, oversee, or assist in 

the prosecution of special victim investigation and prosecution 

capability cases. 

 (2) Certify that special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability prosecutors possess the requisite 

litigation skills, professionalism, and leadership to provide 

the highest quality of legal representation for the government 

and support to victims in special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability cases, under established Service 

certification standards. Selected special victim investigation 

and prosecution capability prosecutors must be capable of 

supervising, mentoring, and training junior counsel while 

providing candid, independent legal advice and expert 

prosecutorial support in special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability cases. 

 (3) Ensure that qualified victim and witness assistance 

program (VWAP) personnel, who are judge advocates, are selected, 

certified, and trained to administer a comprehensive assistance 
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to support special victim investigation and prosecution 

capability cases within their local jurisdictions. Judge 

advocates may not serve as both VWAP personnel and trial counsel 

for the same sexual assault case.

 (4) Ensure that all special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability paralegals and administrative legal 

support personnel possess the requisite knowledge, training, and 

experience to qualify them to provide the broad variety of legal 

support required in special victim investigation and prosecution 

capability cases under the supervision of an attorney. 

 (5) Provide dedicated special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability trial support resources, such as trial 

counsel assistance program personnel or highly qualified 

experts, to assist in training and consulting as necessary in 

special victim investigation and prosecution capability cases. 

 (a) Establish policies and procedures to establish a 

prosecution and legal support special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability. At a minimum, these policies and 

procedures will include provisions regarding, as applicable: 

 (b) General planning to establish Service special 

victim investigation and prosecution capability policies and 

regulations to include widespread distribution, training, 

necessary manpower, and dedicated resources required. 

 (c) Activation protocol and procedures to ensure: 

 1. The special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability legal representative promptly meets or 

consults with military criminal investigative organizations 

(MCIO) special victim investigation and prosecution capability 

members within 48 hours after the designation of an 

investigation as meeting special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability requirements. 

 2. The special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability legal representative meets or consults 

with MCIO and Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS)

counterparts (e.g., special victim investigation and prosecution 

capability members) at least monthly to assess progress in the 
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investigation or prosecution of a covered offense, including 

ensuring any matter raised by the victim or a person designated 

to assist or represent the victim is properly addressed. 

 (d) Integrated professional development and training 

initiatives focused on enhancing Naval Legal Service Command 

prosecution capability of special victim offenses. 

 (6) Establish and maintain selection, certification, and 

training standards aimed towards achieving fully integrated 

investigation, prosecution, and victim support. 

 (7) Enable the selection of special victim investigation 

and prosecution capability prosecutors to competently litigate 

or assist in the prosecution of special victim investigation and 

prosecution capability cases and VWAP personnel and paralegals 

to competently support the prosecution of covered offenses. 

 (8) Enable special victim investigation and prosecution 

capability personnel to support local staff judge advocates 

(SJA) and responsible legal offices in the provision of candid, 

professional legal advice to commanders and convening 

authorities in special victim cases. 

 (9) Require appropriate training for all special victim 

investigation and prosecution capability legal personnel to 

provide victims with an understanding of their rights and 

information required to be provided during the investigation and 

court-martial process in a competent and sensitive manner. 

 (10) Identify and disseminate best practices throughout 

the Navy legal community. 

 c. Oversee and manage the victims’ legal counsel program to 

provide legal advice, assistance, and advocacy for eligible 

sexual assault victims.

 (1) Select experienced and mature judge advocates to 

serve in victims’ legal counsel billets where they can be relied 

upon to provide sound, constructive, and timely legal support to 

qualifying victims. 
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 (2) Ensure the special training and certification of 

victims’ legal counsel personnel to promote their provision of 

effective support for victims, including training on victims’

rights, victim support, victim recovery, and victim advocacy. 

 (3) Provide dedicated victims’ legal counsel support 

resources, such as planning, logistics, facilities, fiscal, and 

professional responsibility experts to assist in manning, 

supply, and operation of the victims’ legal counsel program. 

 (4) Establish policies and procedures to effect the 

victims’ legal counsel mission and identify and disseminate best 

practices throughout the victims’ legal counsel community. 

 d. Oversee the provision of professional legal services by 

Navy judge advocates, civilian attorneys, enlisted and civilian 

paralegals, and any additional civilian employees who provide 

legally related VWAP support services. 

 e. Ensure all victims in unrestricted reports of sexual 

assault are informed of their rights under the VWAP and that 

they receive a copy of DD Form 2701 Initial Information for 

Victims and Witnesses of Crime from the DoD law enforcement 

officials, per references (a) and (b) and OPNAVINST 5800.7A. 

 f. Establish procedures to ensure counsel for the 

government provide a sexual assault victim access to, or a copy 

of, the Article 32 (UCMJ) preliminary hearing recording upon 

request. 

 g. Establish procedures to ensure that in the case of a 

general or special court-martial involving a sexual assault, a 

copy of the record of trial (not to include sealed materials, 

unless otherwise approved by the presiding military judge or 

appellate court) is provided to the victim, or his or her legal 

representative if applicable, free of charge. 

 h. Conduct regular reviews of military justice training, 

manning, and processes to ensure all requirements are met. 
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 i. Coordinate with other Defense Sexual Assault Incident 

Database (DSAID) PMs for the collection and submission of the 

quarterly and annual unrestricted report incident data and 

analysis as outlined in references (a) and (b).

 j. Update the SAPR Cross-Functional Team (CFT) monthly on 

germane information (e.g., network issues, best practices, 

lessons learned, aggregate data) to inform stakeholders and 

drive policy, training, and resourcing. 

3. Chief of Chaplains (CNO N097) must: 

 a. In coordination with OPNAV Director, 21st Century Sailor 

Office (OPNAV N17), establish and provide standards for initial 

and periodic sexual assault training for chaplains and religious 

ministry personnel. 

 b. Ensure chaplains and religious program specialists (RP) 

receive sexual assault responder training incorporating required 

content outlined in chapter 10. 

 c. Ensure chaplains participate in sexual assault CMG 

meetings as outlined in chapter 5. 

 d. Update the SAPR CFT monthly on germane information 

(e.g., network issues, best practices, lessons learned, 

aggregate data) to inform stakeholders and drive policy, 

training, and resourcing. 

4. CNO (N1). The Navy Sexual Assault Program was established 

in 1994 for the purpose of providing a consistent, standardized

response to sexual assault incidents through awareness and 

prevention education, victim advocacy, and data collection. In 

2009, the Secretary of the Navy created the DON Sexual Assault 

Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO) and the Chief of Naval 

Operations (CNO) assigned the CNO (N1) as the executive agent 

(EA) for the SAPR program. As the EA, CNO (N1) must:

 a. Ensure policy, guidance, and actions support Navy’s SAPR 

program objectives and meet command, Service member, and victim 

needs. 
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 b. Develop a strategic plan with supporting actions that 

achieve the desired end state. 

 c. Oversee, coordinate, and synchronize all SAPR actions 

across the Navy domain, to include the Active Component (AC) and 

RC.

 d. Ensure implementation of the provisions of this 

instruction, grant any exceptions needed, and provide for 

improvements and other appropriate changes. 

 e. Provide technical assistance to SAPR program stakeholder 

organizations in addressing matters concerning SAPR and 

facilitate the identification and resolution of common issues 

and concerns.

 f. Provide oversight and support to key SAPR stakeholders 

to adequately plan for and distribute fiscal, personnel, and 

program resources necessary for an effective SAPR program and 

monitor the use of associated funds via the DoD program element 

code (e.g., 0808738N operations and maintenance, Navy; 0538738N 

operations and maintenance, Navy Reserve).

 g. Provide program budget and obligation data, as requested 

by the DoD SAPRO and DON SAPRO.

 h. In coordination with Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces 

Command (COMUSFLTFORCOM); Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet 

(COMPACFLT); and Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, U.S. Naval 

Forces Africa (COMUSNAVEUR COMUSNAVAF); and Commander, Navy 

Installations Command (CNIC), establish program assessment 

capability and metrics for evaluating SAPR program 

effectiveness.

 i. Identify a primary office to represent the Navy in 

coordination of issues pertaining to sexual assault prevention 

and victim support with DON SAPRO and other entities as required 

in references (a) and (b).

 j. Establish procedures to implement SAPR training as

outlined in references (a) through (d) and this instruction. 
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 k. Provide reports of sexual assault to the commanders of 

the combatant commands for their respective area of 

responsibility (AOR) on a quarterly basis or as requested. 

 l. Ensure a general education campaign is conducted to 

notify Service members of the authorities available for the 

correction of military records when a member experiences 

retaliatory personnel action for making a report of sexual 

assault or sexual harassment. 

5. OPNAV N17. OPNAV N17 is designated as the CNO’s SAPR 

officer and directs the implementation of Navywide SAPR efforts. 

OPNAV N17 must chair the SAPR CFT comprised of key stakeholders 

delineated in appendix 2A to:

 a. Track, revise, and improve SAPR programs as part of 

overall Navy, DON, and DoD prevention and response strategies.

 b. Coordinate and streamline SAPR efforts across the Navy.

 c. Update the Navy Preparedness Alliance as directed by the 

CNO (N1).

 d. Update the SAPR Strategic Plan as required, but no later 

than every 3 years.

 e. Research or assess civilian sexual assault prevention 

programs for incorporation into Navy efforts.

 f. Assist with development of protocols to monitor and 

assess SAPR program effectiveness.

 g. Establish data collection procedures and issue policies 

to ensure standardized release of informational data. 

 h. Provide a representative to the DoD SAPRO Integrated 

Product Team (IPT) and provide chair(s) or co-chair(s) for 

working IPTs, when requested, and appoint a representative to 

SAPRO oversight teams upon request. 

 i. Monitor DSAID data entry, access, and maintenance, per 

references (a) and (b) and this instruction.
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 j. Coordinate submission of the quarterly, annual, and 

installation based SAPR data to the Secretary of Defense through 

the DON SAPRO as directed in references (a) through (c). 

6. Navy Office of Information (CHINFO) must:

 a. In coordination with OPNAV N17 and other major 

stakeholders, develop and implement a strategic communications 

plan that supports Navy’s SAPR Program.

 b. Publicize SAPR outreach, public awareness, prevention, 

response, and oversight initiatives and programs. 

 c. Update the SAPR CFT monthly on germane information 

(e.g., network issues, best practices, lessons learned, 

aggregate data) to inform stakeholders and drive policy, 

training, and resourcing. 

7. Director, NCIS, must:

 a. Develop policy and procedures and oversee implementation 

for MCIO adult sexual assault investigations and special victim 

investigation and prosecution capability pursuant to reference 

(f). 

 b. Coordinate with DSAID legal officers and DSAID PMs for 

the collection and submission of the quarterly and annual 

unrestricted report incident data and analysis as outlined in 

references (a) and (b).

 c. Update the SAPR CFT monthly on germane information 

(e.g., initiatives, best practices, lessons learned) to inform 

stakeholders and drive policy, training, and resourcing. 

8. Chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) must: 

 a. Develop standards of medical treatment for victims of 

sexual assault as stipulated in references (a) through (d). 

 b. Ensure medical care provided to sexual assault victims 

is gender-responsive, culturally sensitive, and recoveryoriented. 
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 c. Ensure all military MTFs, along with deployable units 

with organic medical departments, have written gender-specific 

treatment protocols for the management of sexual assault 

victims. 

 d. Ensure sexual assault victims are given priority and 

treated as emergency cases, regardless of whether physical 

injuries are evident. Priority treatment as emergency cases 

includes activities relating to access to healthcare, coding, 

and medical transfer or evacuation, and complete physical 

assessment, examination, and treatment of injuries, including 

immediate emergency interventions. 

 e. Ensure victims of sexual assault receive timely access 

to comprehensive medical and psychological treatment, including 

emergency care treatment and services. 

 f. Establish processes to support coordination between 

healthcare personnel and SARCs, ensuring that SARC notification 

does not delay emergency care treatment of a victim. 

 g. Develop guidance that requires healthcare personnel, 

including psychotherapists, to initiate the emergency care and 

treatment of sexual assault victims and notify the SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA upon 

receipt of a report of sexual assault, regardless if the victim 

elects restricted or unrestricted reporting.

 h. Reinforce policy set forth in references (a) through (d) 

to minimize re-victimization and establish guidance and 

protocols for medical response to sexual assault. Healthcare 

providers giving medical care to sexual assault victims must be 

trained to recognize pre-existing trauma (prior to present 

sexual assault incident) and the concept of trauma-informed 

care. 

 i. Oversee and evaluate the performance of SAPR procedures 

by medical personnel. 

 j. Ensure military MTF COs establish an official collateral 

assignment for a healthcare provider within each MTF to serve as 

a primary POC concerning DoD and Navy sexual assault policy and 

sexual assault care. 
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 k. Develop and publish the plan for the availability of 

medical sexual assault response capability on a 24/7 basis 

Navywide, regardless of location. This response must include 

procedures for collecting, examining, and forwarding of forensic 

evidence for restricted and unrestricted reporting options by a 

trained military healthcare provider or a facility retained by 

the MTF under a memorandum of understanding (MOU) or memorandum 

of agreement (MOA) required in references (a), (b), and (d).

 (1) When establishing MOUs and MOAs with civilian MTF, 

consider: 

 (a) The distance and length of time to travel to the 

civilian MTF; 

 (b) The credentials and training of civilian medical 

personnel who will perform the sexual assault forensic 

examination (SAFE); and 

 (c) The ability to perform the SAFE on a 24/7 basis.

 (2) At a minimum, MOUs and MOAs that concern or address 

off-base, non-military facilities which provide medical care to 

eligible victims of sexual assault will include instructions for 

the notification of a SARC in the case of both restricted and 

unrestricted reports of sexual assault, evidence receipt 

procedures, application of the restricted report control number, 

disposition of evidence to an NCIS representative, and local 

(CONUS and OCONUS) requirements and jurisdiction for DoD 

administered SAFE kits. 

 (3) As a condition of MOUs or MOAs, local private or 

public sector healthcare providers must have processes and 

procedures in place to ensure that the local community standards 

meet or exceed those set forth in references (a) and (b). MTFs 

must verify initially and periodically that the civilian 

entities meet or exceed standards for conducting forensic exams 

of adult sexual assault victims outlined in reference (d). 

 (4) In situations where a sexual assault victim receives 

medical care, a SAFE off base through a MOU or MOA with a local 

private or public sector entities, or both, as part of the MOU 
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or MOA, victims must be asked whether they would like a SARC to 

be notified. If the victim consents, the SARC, SAPR VA or unit 

SAPR VA must be notified and must respond. 

 l. Ensure all MTF protocols address local (CONUS and 

OCONUS) procedures for providing access to SAFEs. At a minimum, 

all MTFs with a 24/7 emergency room must: 

 (1) Maintain an on-site capability to initiate SAFEs, 

along with SAFE kit collection and preservation, within 1 hour 

of the procedure being requested by a credentialed healthcare 

provider or designated law enforcement official, as appropriate. 

In addition, protocols must be developed and training instituted 

to ensure chain of custody is maintained for SAFE kits collected 

by any DON healthcare personnel. 

 (2) Have at least one full-time sexual assault forensic 

examiner assigned. Only Service members and DoD civilian 

employees who are a physician, nurse practitioner, nurse 

midwife, physician assistant, registered nurse, or independent 

duty corpsman and have completed the required training and 

certification programs may be assigned duties as sexual assault 

forensic examiners.

 m. Ensure that evidence collection procedures are the same 

for restricted and unrestricted reports of sexual assault to 

include:

 (1) Implementing procedures to provide the victim 

information regarding the availability of a SAFE kit and the 

option of refusing to have one conducted when reporting sexual 

assault incidents. The healthcare provider must use a DoD SAFE 

kit and the most current edition of the DD Form 2911 DoD Sexual 

Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Report.

 (2) Ensuring healthcare personnel maintain the 

confidentiality of a restricted report to include communications 

with the victim, the SAFE, and the contents of the SAFE kit, 

unless an exception to restricted reporting applies. Improper 

disclosure of confidential communications and improper release 

of medical information are prohibited and may result in 
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discipline pursuant to the UCMJ or State statute, loss of 

privileges, or other adverse personnel or administrative 

actions. 

 (3) Ensuring collaboration with NCIS, other local MCIO, 

law enforcement officials, and judge advocates to ensure the 

legal requirements of evidence collection (e.g., chain of 

custody) are addressed and followed. Upon completion of the 

SAFE kit and securing of the evidence, the healthcare provider 

will turn over the material to NCIS or the responsible MCIO, as 

determined by the selected reporting option. 

 n. Publicize availability of medical treatment (to include 

behavioral health) and referral services for victims, witnesses, 

and alleged offenders who are eligible for treatment in the MHS.

 o. Develop and conduct first responder SAPR and SAFE 

training for all DON military and civilian healthcare personnel. 

 p. Ensure healthcare providers receive baseline initial and 

periodic refresher responder training, incorporating the roles 

and responsibilities of healthcare providers as outlined in 

references (a), (b), and (d), and this instruction. Ongoing 

training for healthcare personnel must be sufficient to maintain 

a broad-based capability to collect and preserve SAFE kits. 

Sexual assault forensic examiners must complete all training 

required under the training and certification programs by the 

date of assignment to this position. 

 q. Identify a primary office to represent BUMED for 

coordination of issues pertaining to the medical management of 

sexual assault victims. 

 r. Update the SAPR CFT monthly on germane information 

(e.g., network issues, best practices, lessons learned, 

aggregate data) to inform stakeholders and drive policy, 

training, and resourcing. 

9. Commander, Navy Personnel Command (NAVPERSCOM) must: 

 a. Process, track, and provide OPNAV N17 monthly updates 

regarding expedited transfer requests. 
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 b. Establish, publish, and execute VWAP procedures to 

ensure that information and services are provided to sexual 

assault victims, per OPNAVINST 5800.7A.

10. Commander, Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) 

must: 

 a. Ensure the sexual assault prevention training and 

education strategy and program are aligned with and support 

Navy’s overall SAPR program.

 b. Coordinate with OPNAV N17 and appropriate PMs to: 

 (1) Develop and assess awareness, bystander 

intervention, and sexual assault prevention training to be 

conducted throughout the military leadership continuum; and 

 (2) Develop and ensure SAPR training is incorporated 

into leadership development training with content tailored to 

the level of supervisory responsibility. 

 c. Develop annual SAPR training curriculum for Service 

members required by references (a) and (b) and chapter 10. 

 d. Update the SAPR CFT monthly on germane information 

(e.g., network issues, best practices, lessons learned, 

aggregate data) to inform stakeholders and drive policy, 

training and resourcing improvements. 

11. CNIC is responsible for managing, implementing, and 

overseeing installation SAPR programs. CNIC must: 

 a. Issue guidance to regional and installation commands for 

management and implementation of the program to: 

 (1) Ensure the installation CO or the installation XO 

chairs the multi-disciplinary sexual assault CMG on a monthly 

basis. 

 (2) Ensure installation SAPR programs incorporate a 

coordinated approach among medical, legal, investigative, 
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security, chaplains, fleet and family support centers (FFSC), 

operational and tenant commands, and civilian resources to 

include the DoD Safe Helpline. 

 (3) Ensure notification of a SARC for every report of 

sexual assault on the military installation to activate victim 

support and SAPR services. Although SARC notification is 

required whether or not the victim desires support services, the 

victim is not required to speak with or see the SARC. 

 b. Establish and disseminate implementing guidance for 

local, tenant, and deployed organizations, ensuring both timely 

access to appropriate victim services and procedures that 

outline SARC and other first responder responsibilities. 

 c. Establish procedures for supporting use of the DoD Safe 

Helpline as the sole DoD hotline for crisis intervention and 

facilitation of victim reporting through connection to the 

nearest local SARC, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA and other resources 

as warranted. Procedures must include, but not be limited to, 

publicizing the DoD Safe Helpline to SARCs and Service members, 

providing and updating SARC contact information for the referral 

DoD Safe Helpline database; providing timely response to a 

victim; and auditing a minimum of 10 percent of SARC or SAPR VA 

24/7 access numbers on a monthly basis with results provided to 

OPNAV N17. 

 d. Support other responsible Navy SAPR stakeholders in the 

development and delivery of first responder training 

requirements (e.g., SARCs, SAPR VAs, health care personnel, law 

enforcement, MCIOs, judge advocates, chaplains, firefighters, 

emergency medical technicians (EMT)) as outlined in chapter 10. 

 e. Support NETC by providing subject matter expertise for 

the development and implementation of training curriculum 

identified in this instruction. 

 f. Develop required initial and periodic refresher training 

curriculum for SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, 

and unit SAPR VAs (serving ashore, afloat, and deployed) and 

unit SAPR POCs, incorporating the required content specified in 

chapter 10. 
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 g. Oversee and manage training completion and certification 

and credentialing of Navy SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, 

SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs to include the Defense – Sexual 

Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) certification 

and revocation guidelines stipulated in reference (a) and 

chapter 8.

 h. Develop standardized unaccompanied housing training for 

resident advisors, to include the role of resident advisors in 

preventing sexual assaults. 

 i. Coordinate development and delivery of pre-deployment 

and post-deployment SAPR training.

 j. Establish procedures to provide adequate safeguards to 

shield personally identifiable information from unauthorized 

disclosure as outlined in DoD Directive 5400.11 of 29 October 

2014. 

 k. Ensure procedures are followed to protect victims’

rights and provide support and advocacy services. 

 (1) Ensure sexual assault victims are informed of the 

opportunity to go outside the chain of command to report the 

offense to the NCIS, other MCIOs, local law enforcement, an 

inspector general, victims’ legal counsel, or the DoD Safe 

Helpline. 

 (2) Ensure that upon reporting sexual assault victims 

are made aware of the option to seek assistance from a SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, victims’ 

legal counsel or legal assistance attorney; and to consult with 

defense counsel in cases where victims may have been involved in 

collateral misconduct. 

 l. Oversee and manage assignment and allocation of SARCs 

and full-time SAPR VAs across Navy to ensure:

 (1) At a minimum, one full-time SARC and one full-time 

SAPR VA are assigned per 5,000 personnel. Additional SARCs and 

SAPR VAs may serve on a full-time or part-time basis.
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 (2) Only Service members and DoD civilian employees who 

complete the required training and certification programs serve 

as SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit 

SAPR VAs.

 (3) Designation of a lead SARC is made by the 

installation CO when multiple SARCs are assigned.

 (4) Where multiple SARCs are assigned to an 

installation, the installation SARC or the lead SARC serves as 

the co-chair of the sexual assault CMG. 

 m. Ensure SARCs have, at a minimum, a favorable national 

agency check (NAC); do not have a conviction of a sexual assault 

offense; are not registered as a sex offender; and have 

completed the required SAPR training and D-SAACP certification 

prior to being authorized access to enter sexual assault reports 

into the DSAID, as required in this instruction. 

 n. Oversee, manage, and audit for completeness and accuracy 

input of data into DSAID by SARCs for all sexual assault cases. 

 o. Oversee and manage assignment and allocation of deployed 

resiliency counselors within Navy.

 p. Establish procedures to protect SARCs, deployed 

resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs from 

coercion, discrimination, reprisal, or retaliation, related to 

the execution of SAPR duties and responsibilities. 

 q. Establish protocols and procedures for when or if SARCs 

collaborate with local private or public sector entities or 

utilize social media to ensure standardization and consistent 

messaging. 

 r. Ensure establishment of MOUs and MOAs with local 

community providers and other Military Services. Where 

appropriate or required by a MOU or MOA, facilitate training for 

civilian service providers on SAPR policy and the roles and 

responsibilities of the SARC, deployed resiliency counselors, 

SAPR VA, and unit SAPR VA.
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 s. Assist remotely located commands to include Navy 

recruiting districts, Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) 

units, Navy operational support centers (NOSC), and other 

commands not on or near Navy installations, in developing 

policies and procedures required to ensure compliance with this 

instruction. 

 t. In coordination with COMUSFLTFORCOM, COMPACFLT, 

COMUSNAVEUR COMUSNAVAF, and Commander, Navy Reserve Force 

(COMNAVRESFORCOM), ensure a comprehensive fleet response to 

sexual assault is established and resourced. 

 u. Assist OPNAV N17, COMUSFLTFORCOM, COMPACFLT, COMUSNAVEUR 

COMUSNAVAF, and COMNAVRESFORCOM in monitoring and assessing SAPR 

program effectiveness. 

 v. Assist CHINFO and local public affairs officers in 

developing and implementing a public awareness plan which 

publicizes and promotes sexual assault awareness and prevention. 

 w. Coordinate collection and submission of quarterly and 

annual service referral and restricted report data and analysis 

as outlined in references (a) and (b). 

 x. Update the SAPR CFT monthly on germane information 

(e.g., network issues, best practices, lessons learned, 

aggregate data) to inform stakeholders and drive policy, 

training, and resourcing. 

12. Fleet Commanders will be the supported commanders, and 

regional and installation commanders will be the supporting 

commanders, for the implementation of requirements listed in 

subparagraphs 12a through 12g.

 a. Designate a flag officer as the SAPR program leader for 

each Navy installation, fleet concentration area and associated 

local commands. The SAPR program leader will: 

 (1) Establish routine coordination meetings with 

appropriate installation and local command representatives and 

local community and civic leaders to review SAPR program 

efforts. Local NCIS representatives, region legal service 

offices, and installation SARCs will be included in these 
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coordination meetings whenever possible. Operational flag 

officers assigned to command positions, but not designated as 

lead for an oversight group, will participate to the maximum 

extent practicable. 

 (2) Ensure that community outreach and engagement 

(including regional and installation commander cooperation, 

coordination, and consultation with local law enforcement, 

hospitals and businesses) are part of each installation or 

area's prevention and response measures. 

 b. Institute roving barracks patrols with the intent of 

increasing the visible presence of leadership to deter behavior 

that may lead to sexual assault or other misconduct. All fleet 

units (afloat and shore) with Sailors living in unaccompanied 

housing will participate in these patrols. For standardization, 

patrols will be conducted per region or base guidance and 

training. The timing, composition, frequency, and duration of 

these tours will be tailored at each location based on guidance 

from the region or fleet commander. Roving patrols will be led 

by chief petty officers or experienced officers (O-3 or above) 

and augmented with E-6 personnel.

 c. Ensure all Sailors residing in unaccompanied housing 

attend indoctrination training for residents within 30 days of 

occupancy. 

 d. Ensure personnel screened and assigned as resident 

advisors for unaccompanied housing are E-6 or above personnel,

where manning permits, and attend resident advisor training 

within 30 days of assignment.

 e. Ensure surveys of facilities are conducted to identify 

areas that require better lighting, visibility, or other safety 

improvements to reduce the vulnerability of Sailors. 

 f. Ensure installation and regional SARCs, deployed 

resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs continue to 

have appropriate access to command spaces to perform their 

duties. 

 g. Advise OPNAV N17 through CNIC Family Readiness (N91) of 

all SAPR program related site visits or initiatives by superior 
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commands (e.g., DoD, DON, Naval Inspector General, Naval Audit 

Service, etc.) within 48 hours of notification of the visit. 

13. Regional Commanders must:

 a. Issue guidance to installation COs for management and 

implementation of the Navy SAPR Program. 

 b. Ensure installation SAPR programs incorporate a 

coordinated approach between medical, legal, investigations, 

security, chaplains, FFSC, operational and tenant commands, and 

civilian resources. 

 c. Designate a regional SARC to provide overall local 

management of the SAPR program and to implement and administer 

provisions contained in this instruction. 

 d. Facilitate and ensure installation COs collaborate with 

and establish written MOUs with local community providers and 

other Military Services as appropriate. 

 e. Ensure monthly sexual assault CMG meetings, chaired by 

the installation CO or installation XO, are conducted as 

required by references (a) through (c). 

14. Installation COs must:

 a. Designate an installation SARC to provide overall local 

management of the SAPR program and to implement and administer 

provisions contained in this instruction, to include the 

necessary funding for all SAPR-related logistical and equipment 

requirements to include cellular telephones. 

 b. Ensure Service members, their family members, and 

civilian personnel have access to a well-coordinated, highly 

responsive SAPR program and appropriate resources (e.g., 

clinical and supportive counseling).

 c. Implement and execute an effective SAPR program to meet 

requirements and incorporate a coordinated approach between 

medical, mental health, legal, investigative, security, 
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chaplain, FFSC, and civilian resources to include establishing

MOUs and MOAs where necessary in order to provide required 

services. 

 d. Identify and maintain a liaison with civilian sexual 

assault victim resources, establishing MOUs and MOAs with 

relevant community agencies such as community crisis counseling 

centers and private or public sector sexual assault councils to 

supplement efforts and to implement program requirements where 

appropriate and useful. Agreements with civilian medical 

facilities must be made in coordination with the local military 

MTF or clinic. The purpose of MOUs and MOAs is to: 

 (1) Collaborate with local community crisis counseling 

centers, as necessary, to augment or enhance Navy's SAPR program

efforts.

 (2) Provide liaison with private or public sector sexual 

assault councils, as appropriate. 

 (3) In collaboration with BUMED, provide information 

about medical and counseling services related to care for 

victims of sexual assault in the civilian community, when not 

otherwise available at the MTFs, in order that military victims 

may be offered the appropriate healthcare and civilian 

resources, where available and where covered by military 

healthcare benefits. 

 (4) In collaboration with BUMED, ensure adequate 

supplies of SAFE kits are maintained in all locations where 

SAFEs are conducted, including deployed locations (CONUS and 

OCONUS). The supplies must be routinely evaluated to guarantee 

adequate numbers to meet the need of sexual assault victims. 

 (5) Ensure availability of psychological and other 

counseling for sexual assault victims. 

 (6) Identify relevant local law enforcement agencies 

(LEA) and become familiar with their policies and how they 

respond to reports of sexual assault to maximize cooperation, 

reciprocal reporting of sexual assault information, and 

consultation regarding jurisdiction for the prosecution of 

Service members involved in sexual assault, as appropriate. 
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 e. Implement roving barracks patrols with the intent of 

increasing the visible presence of leadership to deter behavior 

that may lead to sexual assault or other misconduct. 

 f. Ensure indoctrination training for residents is 

conducted within 30 days of occupancy to all Sailors residing in 

unaccompanied housing.

 g. Ensure training for resident advisors is provided within 

30 days of their assignment. 

 h. Direct surveys of facilities to identify areas that 

require better lighting, visibility, or other safety 

improvements to reduce the vulnerability of Sailors. 

 i. Chair monthly sexual assault CMG meetings to review all 

open unrestricted sexual assault cases, facilitate victim 

updates, and discuss process improvements to ensure quality 

services are available to victims as outlined in references (a) 

and (b) and chapter 5. This responsibility must not be 

delegated below the installation XO level. The installation CO

or installation XO must:

 (1) Ensure supported commands from other Military 

Services are invited to attend the sexual assault CMG meetings. 

 (2) Ensure COs of commands not on or near naval 

installations (e.g., Navy recruiting districts, NOSCs, Navy ROTC

units) are invited to attend the sexual assault CMG meetings as 

appropriate.

 j. Supervise and evaluate the performance of SAPR 

procedures, per references (a) and (b). This responsibility 

must not be delegated below the installation XO level. 

 k. Require direct entry of information regarding sexual 

assault reports into DSAID by SARCs.

15. Commanders, COs, and Officers in Charge (OIC) must:

 a. Within 30 days of assuming command and along with the 

deputy, XO or assistant OIC, and senior enlisted leader, obtain 

one-on-one SAPR brief and the commander’s toolkit from a SARC. 
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Officers who hold or have held multiple command positions must

obtain a customized brief and CO’s toolkit for every command 

assignment. The brief should specifically include information 

regarding trends for the command or AOR, local prevention and 

risk reduction strategies, restricted reporting confidentiality 

requirements, and the SAPR program requirements. 

 b. Within 30 days of assuming command and along with the 

deputy, XO or assistant OIC, and senior enlisted leader, obtain 

training from a judge advocate on Military Rule of Evidence 514 

privilege, retaliation, sexual assault - initial disposition 

authority, and case disposition reporting requirements. 

 c. Within 90 days of assuming command and annually 

thereafter conduct a command climate assessment, per reference 

(g). 

 d. Develop a comprehensive command prevention and response 

plan for allegations of sexual assault and to assess levels of 

command compliance with SAPR program requirements, using 

appendices 2B and 2C.

 e. Establish and maintain an immediate, coordinated, and 

effective 24/7 sexual assault response capability and timely 

access to appropriate victim services, including medical care, 

victim advocacy, victims’ legal counsel, counseling, criminal 

investigation of unrestricted reports, VWAP information, and 

chaplain support in all locations to include deployed locations 

and when installation response resources are not available. 

 f. Monitor development and sustainment of effective 24/7 

response capability within subordinate commands.

 g. Provide appropriate information to the installation CO 

to enable the installation CO to provide the necessary 

supporting services. 

 h. Ensure first responders are identified upon their 

assignment and appropriately trained as outlined in this 

instruction. Their response times must be continually monitored 

by the respective COs to ensure timely response to reports of 

sexual assault. Response times may be affected by local 
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conditions and operational necessities, but will reflect that 

sexual assault victims must be treated as emergency cases, 

regardless of the command’s location. 

 i. Ensure that, if assigned, SAPR PMs must:

 (1) Be a Service member or DoD civilian employee 

experienced in developing policy, or program management and 

execution. It is highly recommended that SAPR PMs have 

experience in sexual assault or domestic violence. SAPR PMs 

within Navy will not work directly with sexual assault victims. 

 (2) Meet all standards for selection and training as 

prescribed by reference (a). At a minimum, Navy SAPR PMs must 

complete 40 hours of Navy’s National Advocate Credentialing 

Program approved SARC training within the first 30 days of being 

assigned the position.

 (3) Obtain written certification from the CO regarding 

the completion of required training and suitability for 

assignment as a SAPR PM. 

 j. Ensure posting and wide dissemination (e.g., common 

areas of command facilities and living quarters, command Web 

site) of information about resources available to report and 

respond to sexual assaults, including the DoD Safe Helpline 

contact information. 

 k. Ensure personnel nominated to fill unit SAPR VA and 

other key command SAPR positions do not have a conviction for a 

sexual assault, domestic violence or child abuse offense, are 

not registered sex offenders, or are not required to register as 

a sex offender. 

 l. Designate, in writing, an appropriate number of unit 

SAPR VAs from within the command sufficient to respond to gender 

differences and gender-specific issues of victims whenever 

sexual assaults are reported to include locations where 

installation SAPR VAs are not available (e.g., deployed, 

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 (1) To promote reporting, unit SAPR VAs should generally 

reflect demographics of the unit to include officers, chief 

petty officers, and junior personnel. Chapter 9 amplifies Navy 

reserve activity requirements. 

 (2) Tenant and deploying commands which have access to 

installation services at the time of report must utilize 

installation victim support services to the maximum extent 

possible and must not develop SAPR programs that operate 

independently from the installation SARC or deployed resiliency 

counselor designated to coordinate these issues for the command. 

 (3) If agreed upon by the installation CO, a MOU or MOA 

may be established to provide SAPR services in lieu of 

designating unit SAPR VAs. The MOU or MOA must delineate 

specific instructions and reporting criteria to facilitate 

unique Navy requirements when the SARC, SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA 

utilized belongs to another Service. 

 m. Designate, in writing, a unit SAPR POC to promote 

responsive command management of alleged sexual assaults and 

compliance of SAPR program requirements. Individuals must not 

serve as both the unit’s SAPR POC and unit SAPR VA.

 n. Ensure victim privacy through response protocols that 

strictly limit required chain of command notifications to the 

smallest number with a need-to-know, limit general access of 

command sexual assault message traffic, and discourage gossip 

and speculation within the ranks. 

 o. Ensure a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA or 

unit SAPR VA is contacted immediately upon receipt of 

unrestricted reports of sexual assault to provide victims with 

information, emotional support, and guidance through the various 

medical, mental health, legal, and investigative processes. 

Ongoing victim advocacy, beyond the initial response, is 

provided at the request of the victim. 

 p. Ensure all allegations of sexual assault are immediately 

referred to NCIS or other MCIOs. Commanders must ensure that 

all levels of command authority, including command watchstanders 

(see appendix 2C), are advised of and adhere to this 

requirement. Internal command inquiry or investigation for 
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initially reported sexual assaults may only be conducted after 

initially reporting the allegation to an MCIO and the MCIO or 

civilian law enforcement declines to investigate the allegations 

or concludes and presents findings to the convening authority 

that indicated the allegations did not involve a sexual assault. 

 q. Provide reports of all unrestricted allegations of 

sexual assault as outlined in reference (h) and chapter 3.

 r. Ensure coordinated effort and case management by the onscene and homeport SARC when a sexual assault is reported while 

victims or commands are away from homeports (e.g., deployed). 

 s. Ensure victims of sexual assault in deployed locations 

within their AOR are transported to an appropriate MTF, treated 

for injuries, offered SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA assistance, and a 

SAFE as quickly as possible. 

 t. Participate in monthly sexual assault CMG meetings. 

This responsibility may not be delegated. When operational 

commitments or other circumstances make the CO’s participation 

impossible, the acting CO must attend the sexual assault CMG.

 u. Through the sexual assault CMG, confirm DoD law 

enforcement officials and VWAP personnel provide victims of 

sexual assault who elect an unrestricted report with appropriate 

information throughout the investigative and legal process. 

 v. Ensure victims and witnesses (whether military or 

civilian) of crimes under military jurisdiction are afforded 

their rights and kept informed on the status of the case through

any administrative or disciplinary action. 

 w. Process expedited transfer requests as stipulated in 

reference (i).

 x. Ensure collateral misconduct is addressed in a manner 

that is consistent and appropriate to the circumstances, taking 

into account the trauma to the victim; responding appropriately 

so as to encourage reporting of sexual assault and continued 

victim cooperation; and considering any potential speedy trial 

and statute of limitations concerns. 
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 y. Consult an SJA or trial counsel, or both, prior to 

disposition of any sexual assault case. 

 z. Obtain flag officer review of the circumstances of and 

grounds for the proposed involuntary separation and concurrence 

to separate a Service member who is recommended for involuntary 

separation within 1 year of final disposition of a reported 

sexual assault. 

 aa. Initiate mandatory administrative separation processing 

for Service members found guilty of committing a sexual assault 

offense and awarded punishment by court-martial or civilian 

court system, including the possible requirement to register as 

a sex offender as required by reference (i).

 ab. Review the official military personnel file with the 

designated field code (i.e., 91) or NAVPERS 1070/887 Sex Offense 

Accountability Record within 30 days of permanent assignment of 

a Service member.

 ac. Monitor completion and ensure documentation of SAPR 

training for all personnel (i.e., Service members, DoD civilian 

employees) who supervise Service members, new accessions, and 

other personnel as directed by the Under Secretary of Defense 

(Personnel and Readiness).

 ad. Ensure all allegations of retaliation or reprisal 

against any victim or witness who reports an offense are 

investigated per reference (e).

 ae. Appoint a POC to serve as a formal liaison between the 

installation SARC and the installation FAP and domestic violence 

intervention and prevention staff (or civilian domestic resource 

if FAP is not available for a RC victim) to direct coordination 

when a sexual assault occurs within a domestic relationship or 

involves child abuse. 

16. Remote Commands, to include Navy recruiting districts, Navy 

ROTC units, NOSCs, and other commands not on or near Navy 

installations and not serviced by local or another DoD or 

Services’ SAPR program assets (e.g., a recruiting district or 

station supported by a SARC from another Service), must develop 

effective victim response procedures that utilize local 
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community resources to meet the unique needs of command and 

personnel assigned. CNIC (N91); BUMED SAPR Office, Reserve 

Program (BUMED-M92); and regional SARCs must assist commands in 

developing response protocols, as applicable. 

17. SAPR Officers will be, at a minimum, O-3 and above 

personnel assigned to designated echelon 2 commands, regional 

commands, and echelon 3 type commands to oversee SAPR program 

execution and initiatives within the respective AOR. At the 

discretion of the commander, SAPR officers will: 

 a. Monitor and analyze sexual assault data and trends, 

ensure policy and procedural compliance within subordinate 

commands, prepare written reports, and ensure implementation of 

SAPR mandates as appropriate.

 b. Monitor and track implementation of SAPR initiatives and 

requirements by subordinate commands. 

 c. Serve as a liaison between subordinate commands and 

chain of command regarding all aspects of the SAPR program 

implementation and coordinate with the appropriate SAPR 

stakeholders, CNO (N1), and CNIC when required. 

 d. Ensure subordinate commands implement all components of 

the SAPR program stipulated in this instruction. 

18. Regional SARCs will serve as the subject matter expert and 

principal POC for the assigned region and CNIC (N91) regarding 

all reported sexual assaults within the designated AOR. 

Regional SARCs will:

 a. Coordinate and oversee regional implementation and 

execution of the SAPR program and the performance of duties and 

responsibilities of subordinate SARCs, deployed resiliency 

counselors, and full-time SAPR VAs.

 b. Personally review SAPR program requirements and the 

commander’s toolkit brief with all newly reporting fleet and 

region commanders within 30 days of their assumption of command, 

to include information regarding AOR specific sexual assault 

data and trends.
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 c. Coordinate SAPR activities (e.g., initiatives, training, 

site visits, etc.) across the AOR.

 d. Disseminate guidance, best practices, and lessons 

learned.

 e. Oversee and manage DSAID entry completion and accuracy 

pertaining to sexual assault reports by subordinate SARCs.

 f. Maintain statistical data on all sexual assault 

incidents within their purview.

19. SARCs, as SAPR subject matter experts for assigned 

installations and commands, must:

 a. Serve as the single POC for coordinating appropriate and 

responsive care to sexual assault victims regardless of Service 

affiliation. SARCs must be authorized to perform SAPR VA duties 

and may act in the performance of those duties. 

 b. Have direct and unimpeded contact and access to the 

installation CO in the performance of their duties. 

 c. Communicate directly with the installation CO, the lead 

SARC, or both, to include providing regular updates and 

assisting the CO to meet annual SAPR training requirements, 

including the provision of orientation briefings for newly 

assigned personnel and providing community education publicizing 

available SAPR services, as appropriate. 

 d. Personally review SAPR program requirements and the 

commander’s toolkit brief with all newly reporting commanders, 

COs and OICs within 30 days of their assumption of command. The 

brief should specifically include information regarding trends 

for the command or AOR, local prevention and risk reduction 

strategies, restricted reporting confidentiality requirements, 

and the SAPR program requirements.

 e. Provide information to assist installation and unit 

commanders with managing trends and characteristics of sexual 

assault crimes within Navy and mitigating the risk factors that 

may be present within the associated environment. 
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 f. Conduct ongoing assessment of the consistency and 

effectiveness of the SAPR program within the assigned AOR, using 

OPNAV 1752/3 Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) 

Program Command Assessment Tool.

 g. Co-chair monthly sexual assault CMG meetings to review 

individual cases of unrestricted reports of sexual assault as 

outlined in chapter 5. This responsibility is not delegable. 

 h. Complete the required training and credentialing and

certification program stipulated by reference (a) prior to 

performing duties as a SARC. 

 i. Maintain proof of training and registration with CNIC 

SAPR PM on the Fleet and Family Support Management Information 

System, DSAID, and the Defense Web systems. At a minimum, SARCs 

must also complete:

 (1) Forty hours of DoD-approved SAPR VA training 

conducted by a certified Navy SARC or SAPR VA;

 (2) Forty hours of National Advocate Credentialing 

Program approved SARC training within the first 30 days in the 

position; 

 (3) Annual National Advocate Credentialing Program -

approved refresher training for each 12-month period following 

the initial D-SAACP certification; and 

 (4) Training from a judge advocate on confidentiality 

requirements and exceptions of restricted reporting and Military 

Rule of Evidence 514.

 j. Familiarize COs and supervisors with the unit SAPR VA 

roles and responsibilities. 

 k. Conduct and manage training, certification, and 

credential application submission for subordinate SAPR VAs and 

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 l. Supervise subordinate SAPR VAs and unit SAPR VAs to 

include: 

 (1) Maintaining a watchbill of SAPR VAs and unit SAPR 

VAs assigned to naval installations and deployable commands;

 (2) Assessing suitability on an ongoing basis of 

personnel filling SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, and other key command 

SAPR positions; and 

 (3) Ensuring all Service members, family members, and 

civilian personnel are made aware of Navy and civilian resources 

available to assist victims of sexual assault. 

 m. Respond to restricted and unrestricted reports of sexual 

assault on a military installation in person within 48 hours, 

unless otherwise requested by the victim. Based on the 

locality, the SARC may ask the deployed resiliency counselor, 

SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA to respond and speak to the victim. 

Sexual assault victims may elect not to speak to the SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA or may 

ask to schedule an appointment with them at a later time.

 n. Inform the installation CO and the victim’s CO that a 

sexual assault was reported within 24 hours of receipt of 

restricted and unrestricted reports of sexual assault.

 o. As necessary, brief command authorities on restricted 

reporting policies, exceptions to restricted reporting, and the 

limitations of disclosure of confidential communications. 

 p. Oversee case management and data collection for reported 

sexual assaults.

 (1) Enter information into DSAID within 48 hours of the 

report of sexual assault. In deployed locations with Internet 

connectivity issues, the timeframe is extended to 96 hours. 

 (2) Upload the DD Form 2910 Victim Reporting Preference 

Statement in unrestricted reports of sexual assault into the 

DSAID where it must remain for 50 years. For restricted cases, 
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a hard copy of the DD Form 2910 will be maintained in a twolock, protected location pursuant to secure storage regulations 

and privacy laws for 50 years. 

 (a) In the event of transitioning SARCs, the 

departing SARC must inform the supervisor of the secure storage 

location of the DD Form 2910 and the supervisor must ensure the 

safe transfer of the DD Form 2910 to the next SARC. 

 (b) Victim consent is not required to transfer the 

case to the next SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, 

or unit SAPR VA when the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, 

SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA has a temporary or permanent change of 

station (PCS) or is deployed. However, every effort will be 

made to inform the victim of the case transfer. If the SARC has 

already closed the case and terminated victim contact, no 

further action is required. 

 (3) Maintain documentation or records that are not 

retrievable by personally identifiable information for either 

restricted or unrestricted cases. Deployed resiliency 

counselors, SAPR VAs, or unit SAPR VAs will not maintain any 

documentation or records regarding victims or reports of sexual 

assault. 

 (4) Maintain a DSAID account of the services referred to 

and requested by the victim for all reported sexual assault 

incidents, from medical treatment through counseling and from 

the time of the initial report of a sexual assault through the 

final case disposition or until the victim no longer desires 

services. 

 (5) Advise CNIC (N91) via the appropriate chain of 

command when a favorable NAC or D-SAACP certification is 

revoked, affecting access to DSAID. 

 (6) Notify the MCIO consolidated evidence facility when 

a SAFE has been collected under restricted reporting and is 

being mailed by the responsible MTF, identifying the MTF which 

collected the evidence and will forward the SAFE kit, number of 

packages being forwarded, and any known mailing delivery details 

(e.g., tracking number) to include the restricted report control 

number.
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 q. Maintain liaison with commanders, DoD law enforcement, 

MCIO representatives, command legal personnel, healthcare 

personnel, and civilian authorities, as appropriate, for the 

purpose of facilitating protocols and procedures to: 

 (1) Provide a consistent, standardized program to 

support victims and facilitate communication and transparency 

among responders who provide victim support services.

 (2) Activate victim advocacy on a 24/7 basis for all 

reported incidents of sexual assault occurring either on or off 

the installation involving Service members and other persons 

covered in this instruction.

 (3) Monitor activities of SAPR VAs and unit SAPR VAs who 

are responsible for providing non-clinical crisis intervention 

and ongoing support for adult sexual assault victims. This 

support includes assisting victims in navigating reporting 

options and processes required to obtain care and services. 

 (4) Facilitate ongoing training of DoD and civilian law 

enforcement, criminal investigative personnel, firefighters and 

EMTs on the SAPR policy and program and the roles and 

responsibilities of the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, 

SAPR VAs, unit SAPR VAs, healthcare providers, and victims’ 

legal counsel.

 r. Conduct training and education of all command SAPR 

personnel, support unit SAPR POCs in facilitating NETC-approved 

required training for command personnel, and support other 

responder required training. 

 s. Facilitate briefings on victim advocacy services to 

Service members, military dependents, DoD civilian employees 

OCONUS, DoD contractors accompanying the Military Services in 

contingency operations OCONUS, and other command or installation 

personnel, as appropriate. 

 t. Collaborate with victims’ legal counsels to provide 

coordinated victim support, awareness of and access to available 

victim recovery resources, and mutual referral to a victims’ 

legal counsel and SAPR VA support when making initial contact 

with victims. 
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 u. Collaborate with MTF personnel within the AOR to 

establish protocols and procedures to direct notification of the 

SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA 

for all incidents of reported sexual assault, and facilitate 

ongoing training of healthcare personnel on the roles and 

responsibilities of the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, 

SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs.

 v. Collaborate with local private or public sector entities 

that provide medical care to Service members or TRICARE eligible 

beneficiaries who are sexual assault victims to ensure they can 

receive a SAFE. This may require establishment of a MOU or MOA.

 (1) Establish protocols and procedures with these local 

private or public sector entities to facilitate direct 

notification of the SARC for all incidents of reported sexual 

assault and facilitate training of healthcare personnel of local 

private or public sector entities on the roles and 

responsibilities of SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR 

VAs, and unit SAPR VAs for Service members and persons covered 

by this policy.

 (2) Provide off installation referrals to sexual assault 

victims, as needed. 

 w. Facilitate the development and collaboration of SAPR 

public safety, awareness, prevention measures, and response 

capability to support victims of sexual assault, including 

planning local events and nationally recognized activities 

(e.g., Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month).

 x. Publicize the DoD Safe Helpline as the sole DoD hotline 

for crisis intervention and facilitation of victim reporting 

through connection to the nearest local SARC, SAPR VA, or unit 

SAPR VA and other resources as warranted. 

20. Deployed Resiliency Counselors. As licensed civilian 

counselors, deployed resiliency counselors will work 

cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social 

service, law enforcement, chaplains, and legal personnel on 

behalf of sexual assault victims to provide them with critical 

support services during deployments. Deployed resiliency 

counselors will provide clinical, educational, and supportive 
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services across a spectrum of care. Deployed resiliency 

counselors will complete SARC and SAPR VA training and D-SAACP 

requirements for SAPR VA certification prior to performing

associated duties onboard aircraft carriers and large-deck 

amphibious assault ships. Deployed resiliency counselors must 

complete DSAID data collection and SAPR POC training for 

informational purposes only. The core duties include, but are 

not limited to:

 a. Clinical counseling, FAP support, and prevention 

activities; briefings and support under the 21st Century Sailor 

initiatives; and sexual assault response support, coordination, 

and liaison for the homeport installation SARC while deployed. 

 (1) Clinical Counseling Services. Deployed resiliency 

counselors will provide short-term, confidential, solution 

focused counseling. Comprehensive care will be provided 

throughout all phases of counseling to include triage, initial 

assessment, treatment planning, clinical treatment, case 

management, and closure. A warm hand-off to the ship’s 

behavioral health assets, chaplain, or the homeport behavioral 

health clinic will be made if a Service member presents issues 

which fall outside of the Navy’s FFSC scope of clinical care, or 

if high risk concerns have been assessed (e.g., suicidal or 

homicidal ideations). Deployed resiliency counselors will 

specifically collaborate with chaplains in the delivery of 

educational and support services across the spectrum of care. 

All case records will be maintained in the FFSC Family Support 

Management Information System. During instances of Internet 

service interruption, deployed resiliency counselors will 

maintain hard copy documentation until connectivity is restored 

and the case can be updated in Family Support Management 

Information System.

 (2) FAP Support. As liaisons to the homeport FAP, 

deployed resiliency counselors are considered healthcare 

providers in terms of receiving restricted reports of domestic 

abuse. Deployed resiliency counselors will report all 

restricted and unrestricted FAP-related incidents to the 

homeport FAP coordinator within prescribed timeframes or as soon 

as possible. They will assist the homeport FAP coordinator in 

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assessments with the deployed Service member involved in the 

case, and provide assistance with the services recommended by 

the clinical case staff meeting if requested. 

 (3) Training Support. Deployed resiliency counselors

will conduct resiliency training under the 21st Century Sailor 

initiatives. The training will focus on suicide prevention and 

sexual assault prevention and response, alcohol and drug abuse 

prevention, and overall resilience (e.g., combat operational 

stress, first aid). 

 (4) SAPR Support. Deployed resiliency counselors, as 

liaisons to homeport SARCs, will provide a warm hand-off to 

homeport SARCs for case management and DSAID entry. Deployed 

resiliency counselors will provide immediate response, needs 

assessment, referrals, and coordination in response to 

allegation of sexual assault to include receiving restricted and 

unrestricted reports, providing command notification, ensuring 

the victim is assigned a SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA and receives 

appropriate medical care, if needed. Deployed resiliency 

counselors will support the SAPR program while afloat with the 

assigned ship, under the guidance and direction of the homeport 

SARCs. This can include implementation and execution of sexual 

assault awareness and prevention training and comprehensive 

victim advocacy support. Deployed resiliency counselors will 

provide shipboard training and manage training and certification 

of unit SAPR VAs, utilizing the D-SAACP approved SAPR VA 

curricula provided by the CNIC Headquarters SAPR Program. 

 b. Deployed resiliency counselors will fully support the 

ship’s CO, providing briefs on the SAPR program, SAPR and FAP 

unrestricted reports, and any high risk concerns that may arise. 

All clinical and psychoeducational service delivery will be 

documented in the Family Support Management Information System.

21. SAPR VAs and Unit SAPR VAs, as the primary means of ongoing 

support to the victim and the primary liaison between the victim 

and command leadership, must:

 a. Be directly accountable to the SARC while carrying out 

sexual assault advocacy responsibilities in adult sexual assault 

cases (not under the FAP jurisdiction) and must provide victim 

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 b. Acknowledge understanding of advocacy roles and 

responsibilities using DD Form 2950 DoD Sexual Assault Advocate 

Certification Program D-SAACP Application Packet for New 

Applicants.

 c. Complete the training and D-SAACP requirements prior to 

providing support to sexual assault victims. At a minimum, SAPR 

VAs and unit SAPR VAs must complete:

 (1) Forty hours of DoD-approved SAPR VA training 

conducted by a Navy SARC or SAPR VA within 90 days of being 

designated;

 (2) Annual National Advocate Credentialing Programapproved refresher training for each 12-month period following 

the initial D-SAACP certification; and 

 (3) Training on confidentiality requirements and 

exceptions of restricted reporting and Military Rule of Evidence

514. 

 d. Be notified and immediately respond upon receipt of a 

report of sexual assault. 

 e. Inform the victim of reporting options and services 

available outlined on the DD Form 2910 to include the 

availability of a victims’ legal counsel.

 f. Provide non-clinical crisis intervention and ongoing 

support, in addition to referrals for adult sexual assault 

victims regardless of service affiliation.

 g. Assist the victim in navigating processes required to 

obtain care and services needed. SAPR VAs and unit SAPR VAs 

will not serve as the victim’s mental health provider or act as 

an investigator. 

 h. Conduct training and educate key command SAPR personnel, 

assist unit SAPR POCs in providing CNIC-approved training for 

personnel if requested, and support other responder required 

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22. Unit SAPR POCs must have direct access to the CO and will:

 a. Be designated in writing by the commander, CO, or OIC. 

The unit SAPR POC must complete all required training regarding 

performance of his or her responsibilities under the SAPR 

program by the responsible SARC or SAPR VA within 90 days of 

being designated.

 b. Provide oversight of command compliance with SAPR 

program requirements. 

 c. Ensure members at a command are aware of how to contact 

a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, or 

victims’ legal counsel.

 d. Maintain current information on victim resources. 

 e. In collaboration with the SARC, facilitate quality 

awareness, prevention and general military training (GMT) to 

ensure all command members receive annual and periodic SAPR 

training to include required deployment training.

 f. Ensure all personnel (i.e., Service members, DoD 

civilian personnel who supervise Service members) complete SAPR 

training and the completion is documented. 

 g. Obtain and provide to the SARC data on sexual assault 

incidents necessary to meet DSAID and other reporting 

requirements. 

 h. Provide the responsible SARC copies of all sexual 

assault related personnel incident reports required in reference 

(h) and chapter 3. 
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APPENDIX 2A

SAPR PROGRAM CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAM (CFT) CHARTER 

NAME:

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)

Cross-Functional Team (CFT) 

Formation Date:

 

LEADER:

Deputy CNO for Manpower, Personnel, and Training, and

Education (MPTE) (N1)- Mandatory Flag Officer Lead 

Phone #:

(703)604-1037

Frequency:

Monthly/As needed

Day:

To be determined 

(TBD)

Time:

TBD

Location: 

TBD

Members Executive Secretary

Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1) Flag Officer Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1) 

Representative

COMUSFLTFORCOM Representative NCIS Representative

COMPACFLT Representative CHINFO Representative

CNIC Representative NETC Representative

OJAG Representative Master Chief of the Navy 

Representative

BUMED Representative Naval Safety Center Representative

COMNAVRESFORCOM Representative Military Sealift Command

Representative

CHC Representative

COMUSNAVEUR COMUSNAVAF Representative

MISSION: What do we want to do?

As part of an overall Navy, DON, joint force and DoD prevention and response 

strategy, the SAPR CFT is committed to the implementation and oversight of a 

well-defined, developed, resourced, and synchronized SAPR program in order to 

achieve meaningful and measurable results in Navy’s effort to prevent and 

eliminate sexual violence within our ranks.

The SAPR CFT provides an agile, responsive, and coordinated approach for 

addressing SAPR issues and properly aligned resources, program management, 

manpower, and funding across all Navy stakeholders. The SAPR CFT will 

facilitate development and supervision of a common strategy, an achievable 

set of objectives, comprehensive training, and a consistent reporting 

methodology that will provide measurable metrics for feedback, assessment, 

and analysis.
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GOAL: Why do we want to do it differently?

Establish SAPR CFT as a collaborative partnership to prevent and eliminate 

sexual assault within Navy. 

SAPR CFT optimizes Navy readiness by enhancing the safety and well-being of 

the force. It represents all components of the Navy - active, reserve, and 

civilian personnel - in all regions, installations, and fleets, covering 

their legal, spiritual, health and wellness interests. SAPR CFT provides a 

collaborative body designed to prevent and eliminate sexual assault 

throughout the Navy through a synchronized and streamlined effort.

GOVERNANCE: Who will be on the SAPR CFT and SAPR CFT working group(s)? 

How will decisions be made?

The SAPR CFT will be comprised of representatives from the following 

organizations: Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1); Commander, Navy Installations 

Command (CNIC); U.S. Fleet Forces (COMUSFLTFORCOM); U.S. Pacific Fleet 

(COMPACFLT); U.S. Naval Forces Europe-U.S. Naval Forces Africa (COMUSNAVEUR 

COMUSNAVAF); Office of the Judge Advocate General of the Navy (OJAG); Bureau 

of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED); Navy Reserve Forces (COMNAVRESFORCOM);

Military Sealift Command; Chief of Chaplains (CHC); Naval Safety Center; 

Navy Office of Information (CHINFO); Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy; 

Naval Education and Training Command (NETC); and the Naval Criminal 

Investigative Service (NCIS).

Decisions from the SAPR CFT will be made by consensus to the maximum extent 

practical. Ultimate decision-making authority within the CFT rests with the 

CFT leader, who will forward CFT recommendations to Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1) 

for approval or disapproval as the SAPR program executive agent (EA). 

Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1) has authority to render final decisions on CFT 

recommendations or forward issues to the Navy Preparedness Alliance for 

further consideration as the chair. The SAPR CFT will update the Navy 

Preparedness Alliance as directed by Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1). 

The SAPR CFT will be assisted by integrated planning teams (IPT), as needed, 

to review and research specific topics. IPTs will present topics to the 

SAPR CFT as agenda item(s) for decision. IPTs may employ use of transitory 

and ad hoc advisor(s) in order to bring appropriate subject matter experts 

to the table, as necessary. This will ensure relevant issues and proposed 

solutions are fully staffed. Once an IPT has completed its designated 

support mission, it will be disbanded.

DELIVERABLES: What are the tasks to be accomplished?

The SAPR CFT will develop a SAPR strategic plan for the Navy that addresses 

program management requirements, resources, health, and effectiveness. This 

strategic plan will include, at a minimum, the following key tasks: 

1) Governing Navy’s SAPR Program to align resources, processes, and 

strategies;
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2) Facilitating collaborative, productive interaction among major 

stakeholders;

3) Maintaining/Updating, as necessary, SAPR strategy and overall OPNAV 

policy;

4) Utilizing and monitoring measurable standards that define the environment 

and climate throughout the Fleet;

5) Synchronizing and integrating efforts and directing overall execution of 

SAPR programs through the appropriate stakeholders across the Navy;

6) Recommending changes to resourcing levels; and 

7) Developing products for the SAPR EA briefs. 

DESIRED EFFECTS: What are the specific outcomes we expect as a result of 

SAPR CFT implementation?

An educated force that is devoid of sexual assault.

A seamless SAPR structure with processes developed to facilitate timely, 

fact-based decisions that support SAPR efforts, contribute to Fleet and 

Sailor readiness, and inform senior Navy leadership.
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APPENDIX 2B 

COMMANDER’S CHECKLIST

This checklist includes essential elements for meeting command 

SAPR program requirements and ensuring effective prevention and 

response. 

COMMANDER, COMMANDING OFFICER, AND OFFICER IN CHARGE 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Within 30 days of assuming command 

Obtain the CO’s toolkit brief from the lead, 

installation, or regional SARC on sexual assault incident 

management.

Obtain a brief from a judge advocate or a region legal 

service office attorney or trial counsel on Military Rule 

of Evidence 514 privilege, sexual assault - initial 

disposition authority, and case disposition reporting

requirements.

Within 90 days of assuming command 

Conduct a command climate assessment consistent with 

command managed equal opportunity program guidelines.

Within 30 days of newly reporting personnel being permanent 

assigned to the command 

Review all NAVPERS 1070/887 or field code 91 documents in 

official military personnel files.

Designate, in writing, a unit SAPR POC to promote responsive 

command management of alleged sexual assaults and compliance of 

SAPR program requirements.

Certify, in writing, completion of required training and 

suitability for assignment by SAPR PMs. If assigned, SAPR PMs

within Navy will not work directly with sexual assault victims.
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Establish and maintain a 24/7 sexual assault response 

capability and timely access to appropriate victim services, 

including medical care, victim advocacy, victims’ legal counsel, 

counseling, criminal investigation of unrestricted reports, VWAP 

information, and chaplain support. 

Designate, in writing, unit SAPR VAs from within the 

command, ensuring a sufficient number of trained and 

certified unit SAPR VAs are designated for 24/7 response 

when sexual assaults occur to include locations where Navy 

installation assets are not available. At a minimum, two 

unit SAPR VAs must be designated.

Ensure assigned unit SAPR VAs report to the lead or 

installation SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, or fulltime SAPR VA for oversight and supervision of all advocacy 

responsibilities and services.

Ensure availability of designated key SAPR personnel 

(e.g., unit SAPR VA, unit SAPR POC) trained by a SARC,

deployed resiliency counselor, or SAPR VA to respond if a 

sexual assault occurs in foreign ports or while deployed.

Establish MOAs and MOUs to ensure all SAPR services are 

available, as applicable.

Monitor development and sustainment of effective 24/7 

response capability within subordinate commands.

Ensure that all levels of command authority, including 

command watchstanders, are advised of and adhere to the 

requirement to immediately referred all allegations of 

sexual assault to NCIS or other MCIOs.

Develop a comprehensive SAPR program and assess levels of 

command compliance with SAPR program requirements, using OPNAV 

1752/3.

Conduct a regular review of command sexual assault awareness 

and prevention education, reporting, victim support processes,

and watchstander protocols to ensure they meet program 

standards.
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Ensure active coordination between installation and command 

assets for effective prevention and response to incidents, 

ensuring attendance at sexual assault CMG meetings.

Advise command personnel that communicating with chaplains, 

victims’ legal counsels, and legal assistance attorneys 

preserves their restricted reporting option.

Ensure all required SAPR training is conducted and documented.

Publicize the DoD confidentiality policy that Service members 

and their dependents over the age of 18 may make restricted or 

unrestricted reports to the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, 

healthcare providers, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, victims’ legal 

counsel, or DoD Safe Helpline staff and publish names and 

contact information for these personnel.

Publicize a means of informing the chain of command (e.g., 

CO’s suggestion box, blog, etc.) of any situations which may 

place individuals at risk of harm and provide feedback 

concerning the final disposition of suggestions and complaints.

Post and widely disseminate information about resources 

available to report and respond to sexual assaults, including 

the DoD Safe Helpline numbers and Internet Web sites available 

to all Service members.

Pre- and Post-Deployment Planning 

Identify both immediately available and nearby trained 

medical, investigatory, and chaplain assets that can be utilized 

if a sexual assault occurs during underway periods, in foreign 

ports, or while deployed.

Ensure coordinated effort and case management by both local 

and responsible SARCs when deployed.

Ensure compliance with pre-deployment and post-deployment 

sexual assault training requirements.
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PREVENTION 

To ensure Navy's sexual assault prevention policy becomes an 

integral part of day-to-day personnel management:

Establish a command climate of prevention, predicated on 

professionalism, mutual respect and trust that recognizes and 

embraces diversity, prevents unacceptable conduct, values the

contributions of all of its members, and eliminates elements

incompatible with a safe, sexual assault-free environment.

Institute and publicize a safe, supportive environment where 

members feel comfortable coming forward to inform the chain of 

command of situations that place individuals at risk of sexual 

assault, ensuring a safe emotional and physical environment for 

all members of the command.

Reassure members of the CO’s personal commitment to a climate 

of prevention and maintain a healthy environment that is safe 

and contributes to their well-being and mission accomplishment.

Reiterate the policy on sexual assault and the potential legal 

consequences for those who violate the law.

Ensure all personnel understand retaliation or reprisal 

against any person bringing forward a complaint, cooperating in 

the investigation of a complaint or the discipline process will 

not be tolerated.

Protect SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and 

unit SAPR VAs from retaliation, coercion, ostracism, 

discrimination, or reprisals related to the execution of their 

SAPR duties and responsibilities.

Provide ongoing education regarding responsible use of alcohol 

and Navy alcohol and drug abuse prevention programs, emphasizing 

the link between sexual assault and alcohol misuse.

Ensure command-wide compliance with mandatory SAPR education, 

bystander intervention, and deployment training requirements for 

all Service members, regardless of rank or specialty.
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Upon receipt of an unrestricted report 

RESPONSE 

Contact the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, or on-call 

SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA to ensure SAPR support and services are 

immediately activated for the victim, ensuring coordinated 

effort and case management by the local and responsible SARC 

when a sexual assault is reported while victims or commands are 

away from homeports (e.g., deployed).

Consult with an NCIS special agent and judge advocate to 

ensure familiarization with the rights of both the victim and 

the alleged offender (established by statute or regulation). Be 

sure to comply with victim and alleged offender’s rights.

Ensure the sexual assault - initial disposition authority at 

the appropriate level is advised of all allegations of sexual 

assault and investigation results.

Ensure command compliance with SAPR program reporting 

requirements for unrestricted reports of sexual assault to 

include the following:

Personnel incident reports (i.e., operational report

(OPREP)-3 NAVY BLUE or OPREP-3 NAVY UNIT situational report 

(SITREP)) as outlined in OPNAVINST F3100.6J.

Notification to the installation CO within 24 hours of 

receipt of all unrestricted reports of sexual assault.

A written OPNAV 1752/2 Sexual Assault Incident Response 

Oversight (8-day) Report via e-mail within 8 days of the 

command becoming aware of a report or investigation of an 

adult sexual assault involving a Service member victim or a 

Service member alleged offender (including RC members who 

were performing active service or IDT during the time of 

the assault).

Specific information to the first flag officer in the 

chain of command regarding the incident, prevention 

efforts, impact on the command, progress to resolution and 

best practices within 30 days after the initial report of 

the sexual assault.
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Specific details to the sexual assault CMG chair, 

responsible SARC, and NCIS special agent regarding command 

actions taken on behalf of the victim member or alleged 

offender (e.g., military protective order issued, temporary 

and permanent reassignments, expedited transfer requests, 

administrative separation proceedings, nonjudicial 

punishment (NJP) results, status of collateral misconduct, 

etc.), regardless if the victim declines SAPR services or 

support.

Monthly updates to victims who file unrestricted reports 

of sexual assault regarding the current status of any 

ongoing investigative, medical, legal, or command 

proceedings through the final disposition of the reported 

assault. This update must occur within 72 hours of the 

last sexual assault CMG meeting and is a non-delegable 

responsibility.

Written disposition data (e.g., any administrative, NJP, 

judicial action taken) resulting from the investigation 

involving Service members from the command within 2

business days of action being taken, using NAVPERS 1752/1 

Sexual Assault Disposition Report.

A NAVPERS 1070/877 Sex Offense Accountability Record,

within 5 business days from adjudication of a court-martial 

or NJP or at the completion of the NJP appeal process for 

any sex-related offenses to include violation of Articles 

120, 120a, 120b, 120c, or 125 of the UCMJ, or an attempt to 

commit any of these offenses punishable under Article 80 of 

the UCMJ, to a the official military personnel file of a 

Service member who received a court-martial conviction or 

NJP for these offenses.

The supported decision to deny a victim’s military 

protective order request to the installation CO or 

equivalent command level for final decision and first flag 

officer in the chain of command.

Participate in the sexual assault CMG meetings as required, 

advising the chair of all reports of retaliation, ostracism, 

maltreatment, or reprisal from a victim, witness, or first 

responder in conjunction with the report of sexual assault and 

any action taken.
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Consult with a judge advocate, and notify NCIS and the SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA or victims’ 

legal counsel prior to taking any administrative or disciplinary 

action.

Initiate mandatory administrative separation processing for 

Service members found guilty of committing a sexual assault 

offense and awarded punishment by court-martial or civilian 

court system, including the possible requirement to register as 

a sex offender.

Consult with a judge advocate, following the resolution of a 

case, to be informed of privacy implications of public 

announcements relating to adverse personnel actions. Particular 

care concerning the victim and alleged offender’s privacy rights 

must be considered. While NJP or court-martial results may be 

published, details of the offense that may infringe upon a 

victim’s privacy should be omitted. Similarly, COs must 

consider the impact of an acquittal on the victim when making 

public comments about case resolution.

VICTIM SUPPORT 

Ensure the physical and emotional safety of the victim.

Contact the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, or on-call 

SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA to ensure the victim is made aware of 

his or her rights and the VWAP and victims’ legal counsel

program.

Notify NCIS as soon as the victim's immediate safety is 

assured, and medical treatment procedures elected by the victim 

are initiated.

Ensure a safety assessment is conducted for each sexual 

assault victim by the responsible SARC, healthcare provider, 

MCIO representative or designated personnel to determine whether 

the alleged offender remains a threat and if the victim needs or

desires protection.

After consultation with NCIS, determine whether there is a 

need for a military protective order or civilian protective 

order (after consultation with legal, law enforcement, SARC, and
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assigned SAPR VA), particularly if the victim and the alleged 

offender are assigned to the same command, duty location or 

living quarters. 

Issue a military protective order, using DD Form 2873

Military Protective Order, or take other action to ensure 

the accused and victim are not working or living in the 

same environment if the victim desires to be separated from 

the accused or a military protective order is required. A 

military protective order may be issued to both a victim 

and accused as the case may warrant.

Advise the victim that the military protective order is 

not enforceable by civilian authorities off base and of the 

option to apply for a civilian restraining order.

Forward a commander’s decision to deny a victim’s request 

to issue a military protective order to the installation CO 

or equivalent command level for final decision and first 

flag officer in the chain of command.

Notify the local civilian authorities of the military 

protective order issuance involving a Service member and 

any individual not residing on a military installation. 

The civilian authorities must also be notified of any 

change made in a protective order, or its termination.

In coordination with DoD law enforcement and NCIS, take 

all reasonable measures necessary to ensure that a civilian 

protective order is given full force and effect on all DoD

installations within the jurisdiction of the court that 

issued such order.

Ensure victim privacy through response protocols that strictly 

limit required chain of command notifications to the smallest 

number with a need-to-know, limit general access of command 

sexual assault message traffic, and discourage gossip and 

speculation within the ranks.

Ensure the victim consents, in writing, to the release of 

information to anyone (including parents, friends, etc.).
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Be sensitive to the needs of the victim’s family. Only in 

cases where the victim has suffered life-threatening injuries 

will the next-of-kin be notified without prior approval of the 

victim.

Take action to safeguard the victim from any formal or 

informal investigative interviews or inquiries, except those 

conducted by NCIS or civilian law enforcement.

Protect the victim, witnesses, and first responders from 

retaliation, coercion, ostracism, discrimination, or reprisals 

in person, and respond to any such retaliation occurring in

electronic communications or social media by ensuring 

allegations of retaliation or reprisal against any victim or 

witness who reports an offense is properly investigated.

Assist with obtaining immediate transportation for the victim 

to the appropriate medical facility.

Ensure the victim is afforded unfettered access to and 

receives timely access to comprehensive medical and 

psychological emergency medical treatment regardless of visible 

injuries, unless the victim declines healthcare.

Avoid automatic suspension or revocation of security or

personnel reliability program (PRP) clearances, understanding 

that the victim may be satisfactorily treated for his or her 

related trauma without compromising his or her PRP status. Use 

established national security standards when making final 

determinations.

Process expedited transfer within 72 hours of receipt of a 

victim’s request:

Determine if the report is credible (e.g., reasonable 

grounds exist to believe that an offense constituting 

sexual assault has occurred based on the advice of the 

supporting judge advocate and the available evidence) and 

either approve or disapprove (see MILPERSMAN 1300-1200).

Ensure the victim is fully informed regarding reasonably 

foreseeable impacts of an expedited transfer on his or her 

career, the potential impact of the transfer or 

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or initiation of other adverse action against the alleged 

offender, or any other possible consequences of granting 

the request.

Forward the supported recommendation for approval of an 

expedited transfer request to NAVPERSCOM Personnel 

Performance and Security (PERS-833) or COMNAVRESFORCOM as 

appropriate for processing.

Forward the supported recommendation for disapproval of 

the transfer request to first flag officer in chain of 

command for final decision. The request should be 

forwarded to the immediate superior in command (ISIC) if 

the first flag officer in the chain of command is the 

victim’s CO.

If the first flag officer disapproves the request, ensure 

the supported recommendation for disapproval of the 

transfer request is forwarded to NAVPERSCOM (PERS-833).

Forward all expedited transfer request packages to 

NAVPERSCOM (PERS-833) for a retention period of 3 years, 

regardless of action(s) taken.

For open cases, inform only the new CO of the victim’s 

transfer, limiting the information to objective facts about 

victim care provided, the status of open investigations, 

and the status of ongoing legal proceedings in order to 

allow the new CO to facilitate the victim's access to 

advocacy, healthcare, MCIOs, and legal counsel.

Ensure the victim has access to the chain of command, is 

treated with sensitivity, is kept informed on the status of the 

case, and that the command climate does not re-victimize the 

victim.

Work with the NCIS special agent and SARC to provide the 

victim with monthly updates regarding the status of his or her 

case, ensuring concerns are addressed during the sexual assault 

CMG meeting. This responsibility is non-delegable.
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Provide victims monthly updates regarding the current status 

of any ongoing investigative, medical, legal, or command 

proceedings regarding the sexual assault until the final 

disposition of the reported assault.

Designate individuals within respective organizations to 

process line of duty determinations for RC victims of sexual 

assault that occurred while performing active service and IDT, 

as applicable.

Determine how to best dispose of the victim’s possible 

collateral misconduct. When deciding whether to discipline 

victims of sexual assault for collateral misconduct, COs will 

balance all relevant considerations and consult with a judge 

advocate.

Forward all administrative separation actions involving 

Service member victims who are recommended within 1 year of 

final disposition of sexual assault cases to the first flag

officer in the separation authority’s chain of command for 

review and concurrence of the circumstances of and grounds for 

the separation prior to effecting the separation action.

ALLEGED OFFENDER 

Emphasize that every alleged offender is presumed innocent 

until proven guilty.

Safeguard the alleged offender’s rights and preserve the 

integrity of a full and complete investigation.

Never attempt to interview or interrogate an alleged offender 

of sexual assault and avoid discussing the sexual assault 

allegation with the alleged offender, since doing so may 

jeopardize the criminal investigation. This responsibility lies 

with the appropriate LEA handling the investigation.

Monitor the well-being of the alleged offender, particularly 

for any indications of erratic or violent behavior that may 

endanger the safety of the victim or others, suicidal ideations, 

or other unhealthy attempts to cope with stress, and ensure 

appropriate assistance is rendered. Consult with medical and 

mental health providers for appropriate courses of action, as 

needed.
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Determine the need for a military protective order (after 

consultation from legal, law enforcement, SARC, and assigned 

SAPR VA), using DD Form 2873 if required.

Consider a temporary or permanent reassignment of the alleged 

offender instead of the victim pursuant to a determination that 

reasonable grounds exist to believe that an offense constituting 

sexual assault has occurred based on the advice of the 

supporting judge advocate and the available evidence.

Ensure ongoing communication and coordination of actions 

(i.e., reporting requirements) between commands if the victim is 

assigned to another command.

CONSIDERATIONS WHEN INFORMATION 

REGARDING A SEXUAL ASSAULT BECOMES KNOWN WITHIN THE RANKS 

Discourage members from participating in “barracks gossip” or 

discussing the incident in their workplace.

Encourage members to be supportive of the process and to 

discourage “choosing sides” that will lead to tension within the 

command, place undue stress upon the victim or alleged offender, 

and adversely impact the fair resolution of the case.

Regularly assess and refer for appropriate action all reports 

of retaliation, ostracism, maltreatment, or reprisal from a 

victim, witness, or first responder in conjunction with a report 

of sexual assault.
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APPENDIX 2C

SAPR WATCHSTANDER CHECKLIST 

Upon a command or staff duty officer or quarterdeck watchstander 

being contacted by an individual who indicates he or she has 

been sexually assaulted, follow the steps below: 

NOTE: Do not ask for the caller’s name, rank, or any other 

means of identification. Doing so could take away the caller’s

option to make a restricted report.

Ask the caller if he or she is safe. If not, recommend that 

the caller proceed to a safe environment or call 911 as 

appropriate.

Ask the caller if he or she needs immediate medical attention. 

If needed, provide the caller information to assist him or her 

obtain medical services as appropriate. In cases of emergency, 

recommend the caller contact 911 for immediate assistance.

Immediately advise the caller, "If you divulge your identity 

and any information about the assault, your reporting options 

will be limited to filing only an unrestricted report which

would initiate an investigation into the allegation."

Advise the caller to contact the DoD Safe Helpline, local 

SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, or 

victims’ legal counsel if he or she desires to make a restricted 

report.

Inform the on-call SAPR VA that you have a caller who desires 

to be placed in contact with an on-call SAPR VA and pass on the 

individual's telephone number. If necessary, leave a voice mail 

for the duty SAPR VA requesting a call be made to the caller’s 

telephone number provided.

Before terminating the telephone call, advise the caller that 

a SAPR VA, deployed resiliency counselor, or the SARC will be 

contacting him or her directly and provide the SAPR VA contact 

information to the caller.
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If the caller prefers to be contacted by a SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA or victims’ legal 

counsel directly, obtain his or her telephone number, place him 

or her on hold, and contact the 24-hour duty SAPR VA at 

___________________________. 

If requested, provide the caller with the following contact 

information:

SARC: ________________________________________

Deployed resiliency counselor: _______________ 

On-call SAPR VA: _____________________________ 

Unit SAPR VA: ________________________________ 

Victims’ legal counsel: ______________________ 

Medical personnel: ___________________________ 

DoD Safe Helpline: ___________________________
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CHAPTER 3 

REPORTING OPTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 

1. Reporting Options. There are two reporting options for 

victims of sexual assault: restricted and unrestricted reports. 

Individuals eligible to report using either method include:

 a. Service members and military dependents 18 years and 

older who have been sexually assaulted, regardless of when or 

where the sexual assault took place or the service affiliation;

 b. NG and RC members; and

 c. Navy ROTC midshipmen who do not qualify under 

subparagraph 1a or subparagraph 1b and who report sexual 

assaults that occurred while they were in an active duty status 

(i.e., summer training, drill status). 

2. Unrestricted Reports. The unrestricted reporting option 

triggers an official investigation of the allegations, command 

notification, VWAP rights and additional command protective 

actions, and allows eligible sexual assault victims access to 

medical treatment, legal services, and counseling.

 a. Upon the victim’s election of unrestricted reporting via 

the DD Form 2910, SARCs must notify the installation CO and 

victim’s CO within 24 hours of the report. This notification 

may be extended by the CO to 48 hours after the unrestricted 

report of the incident when there are extenuating circumstances 

in deployed environments. A victim may not change an 

unrestricted report to a restricted report.

 b. All unrestricted reports of alleged sexual assault 

involving adult victims and alleged offenders will be reported 

regardless of any military affiliation or status of the victim 

or alleged offender. COs must:

 (1) Contact a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR 

VA, or unit SAPR VA to immediately activate the provision of 

SAPR services.

 (2) Refer all allegations of sexual assault immediately 

to NCIS or another MCIO (as appropriate).
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 (3) Ensure compliance with SAPR program reporting 

requirements. 

3. Restricted Reports. The restricted reporting option does 

NOT trigger an investigation and is only available to Service 

members and adult military dependents. Restricted reporting 

allows Service members and military dependents who are over 18 

years of age to confidentially disclose the assault to specified 

individuals (e.g., SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, 

unit SAPR VA, victims’ legal counsel, or healthcare personnel) 

and receive healthcare treatment and the assignment of a SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, and 

victims’ legal counsel. A victim may change a restricted report 

to an unrestricted report.

 a. Only the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, 

unit SAPR VA, and healthcare personnel are designated as 

authorized to accept a restricted report. 

 (1) Licensed clinicians, who provide clinical services 

in an FFSC, and healthcare personnel working in an MTF, 

including administrative staff, are considered healthcare 

providers and may receive restricted reports.

 (2) EMTs are considered healthcare personnel, but not 

all may be trained to receive restricted reports. In those

cases, a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit 

SAPR VA will assist. 

 b. Healthcare personnel must initiate the emergency care 

and treatment of sexual assault victims and notify the SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA to 

assure that a victim is offered SAPR services so that a DD Form

2910 can be completed. Healthcare personnel will not inform 

their supervisory official, victim’s chain of command, or law 

enforcement and will not report the incident to investigative 

services or the command unless an exception to restricted 

reporting applies or applicable law requires other officials to 

be notified. 

 c. The victim’s communications with the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, and unit SAPR VA are protected by 

the restricted reporting option and the Military Rule of 

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legal counsel, or legal assistance attorney cannot accept a 

restricted report, but may maintain privileged communications.

 (1) If a victim indicates that he or she wishes to file 

a restricted report during otherwise privileged communications 

with the DoD Safe Helpline staff, a chaplain, victims’ legal 

counsel, or legal assistance attorney, the victim is required to 

contact a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit 

SAPR VA, or healthcare personnel to initiate a restricted report 

and receive the appropriate care. 

 (2) The DoD Safe Helpline staff, a chaplain, victims’ 

legal counsel, or legal assistance attorney may, with the 

victim’s permission, facilitate contact with a SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA to ensure that a 

victim is offered SAPR services and that a DD Form 2910 is 

completed. Only the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR 

VA, or unit SAPR VA will be notified. 

 d. The SARC must notify the installation CO and the 

victim’s CO that “a restricted report of an alleged sexual 

assault has been filed” and not provide any other information 

pertaining to the reported incident. This notification is made 

for the purposes of public safety and command responsibility. 

Notification to the installation CO or victim’s CO may be 

extended to 48 hours after the restricted report of the incident 

when there are extenuating circumstances in deployed 

environments. To ensure oversight of victim services for 

restricted report cases, the SARC will also confirm in her or 

his report that the victim has been offered SAPR advocacy 

services, received explanation of the notifications in the DD 

Form 2910, been offered medical and mental healthcare, and been 

informed of his or her eligibility for a victims’ legal counsel.

 e. Neither CO nor DoD law enforcement may use the 

information from a restricted report for investigative purposes 

or in a manner that is likely to discover, disclose, or reveal 

the identities being protected; thereby, voiding the restricted 

nature of the selected reporting option. The command must 

ensure the protection of personally identifiable information 

during the treatment and reporting processes. 
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 f. The victim should be advised by a SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA that if the chain 

of command or the MCIO learns of the assault by other means, an 

official investigation be will initiated. 

 g. Jurisdiction bound by State and local laws, territorial 

or overseas agreements may require certain personnel (usually 

healthcare personnel) to report the sexual assault to civilian 

agencies or law enforcement when healthcare is provided and a 

SAFE kit is performed. 

 h. Restricted reporting does not create any actionable 

rights for the victim or alleged offender or constitute a grant 

of immunity for any actionable conduct by the alleged offender 

or the victim. 

4. Exceptions to Restricted Reporting 

 a. The SARC will evaluate the confidential information 

provided under the restricted report to determine whether an 

exception applies. 

 (1) The SARC must disclose the otherwise protected 

confidential information only after consultation with the SJA of 

the installation CO, supporting judge advocate or other legal 

advisor concerned, who must advise the SARC whether an exception 

to restricted reporting applies. In addition, the SJA, 

supporting judge advocate, or other legal advisor concerned will 

analyze the impact of Military Rule of Evidence 514 on the 

communications. 

 (2) When there is uncertainty or disagreement on whether 

an exception to restricted reporting applies, the matter must be 

brought to the attention of the installation CO for decision 

without identifying the victim (using non-personally 

identifiable information). Improper disclosure of confidential 

communications under restricted reporting, improper release of 

medical information, and other violations of this guidance are 

prohibited and may result in discipline pursuant to the UCMJ or 

State statute, loss of privileges, loss of certification or 

credentialing, or other adverse personnel or administrative 

actions. 
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 b. Exceptions to the prohibition against disclosures of 

restricted reporting authorize a disclosure of a restricted 

report only if one or more of conditions apply, as per 

subparagraphs 4b(1) through 4b(6). 

 (1) Authorized by the victim in writing. 

 (2) Necessary to prevent or mitigate a serious and 

imminent threat to the health or safety of the victim or another 

person. For example, multiple reports involving the same 

alleged offender (repeat suspect) could meet this criteria. 

 (3) Required for fitness for duty or disability 

determinations. This disclosure is limited to only the 

information necessary to process duty or disability 

determinations for Service members.

 (4) Required for the supervision of coordination of 

direct victim treatment or services. The SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, or healthcare 

personnel can disclose specifically requested information to 

those individuals with an official need-to-know, or as required 

by law or regulation. 

 (a) Healthcare personnel may convey to the victim’s 

unit CO any possible adverse duty impact related to the victim’s 

medical condition and prognosis. However, such circumstances do 

not otherwise warrant a restricted reporting exception to 

policy. 

 (b) If necessary, the competent medical authority 

will inform the certifying official that the person in question 

should be temporarily suspended from PRP status outlined in 

SECNAVINST 5510.30B, without revealing that the person is a 

victim of sexual assault, thus preserving the restricted report. 

A sexual assault victim certified under the PRP is:

 1. Eligible for both the restricted and 

unrestricted reporting options; and

 2. Required to advise the competent medical 

authority of any factors that could have an adverse impact on 

their performance, reliability, or safety while performing PRP 

duties, if electing restricted reporting. 
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 (c) Ordered by an appropriate military official 

(e.g., a military judge or trial counsel in a UCMJ case), 

Federal or State judge, or as required by a Federal or State 

statute or applicable U.S. international agreement. The SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, victims’ 

legal counsel, and healthcare personnel will consult with the 

installation CO’s servicing legal office, in the same manner as 

other recipients of privileged information, to determine if the 

exception criteria apply and whether a duty to disclose the 

otherwise protected information is present. Until those 

determinations are made, only non-personally identifiable 

information must be disclosed. 

 (5) The SARC will evaluate the confidential information 

provided under the restricted report to determine whether an 

exception applies. 

 (a) The SARC must disclose the otherwise protected 

confidential information only after consultation with the SJA of 

the installation CO, supporting judge advocate or other legal 

advisor concerned, who must advise the SARC whether an exception 

to restricted reporting applies. In addition, the SJA, 

supporting judge advocate, or other legal advisor concerned will 

analyze the impact of Military Rule of Evidence 514 on the 

communications. 

 (b) When there is uncertainty or disagreement on 

whether an exception to restricted reporting applies, the matter 

must be brought to the attention of the installation CO for 

decision without identifying the individuals involved (using 

non-personally identifiable information).

 (6) The SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, 

unit SAPR VA, or victims’ legal counsel must inform the victim 

when a disclosure is made by the exceptions in this instruction.

5. Non-participating Victim. A victim has the right to refuse 

to disclose and to prevent any other person from disclosing 

confidential communication between a victim and a VA, in a case 

arising under the UCMJ, if such communication is made for the 

purpose of facilitating advice or supportive assistance to the 

victim per references (a) through (c). Guidelines for victims 

choosing either restricted or unrestricted reporting include: 
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 a. The victim’s decision not to participate in an 

investigation or prosecution must not affect access to SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, and 

victims’ legal counsel services or medical and psychological 

care. These services must be made available to all eligible 

sexual assault victims. 

 b. Details regarding the incident will be limited to only 

those personnel who have an official need-to-know. The victim’s 

decision to decline to participate in an investigation or 

prosecution should be honored by all personnel charged with the 

investigation and prosecution of sexual assault cases, 

including, but not limited to, commanders, DoD law enforcement 

officials, and personnel in the victim’s chain of command.

 c. If at any time the victim who originally chose the 

unrestricted reporting option declines to participate in an 

investigation or prosecution, that decision must be honored. 

The victim should be informed by the SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA that the investigation may 

continue regardless of whether the victim participates. 

 d. If a victim approaches a SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA and begins to make a report, 

but then changes his or her mind and leaves without signing the 

DD Form 2910 (where the reporting option is selected), the SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA is not 

under any obligation or duty to inform investigators or COs 

about this report and must not produce the report or disclose 

the communications surrounding the report. If COs or law 

enforcement ask about the report, disclosures can only be made 

per exceptions to Military Rule of Evidence 514 privilege. 

6. Confidential Communications. Confidential communications 

related to sexual assaults may not be disclosed. Improper 

disclosure of confidential communications, improper release of 

medical information, and other violations of references (a) 

through (c) are prohibited and may result in discipline pursuant 

to the UCMJ or State statute, loss of privileges, or other 

adverse personnel or administrative actions. 

 a. In cases where a victim elects restricted reporting, the 

SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, 

victims’ legal counsel, and healthcare personnel may not 
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disclose confidential communications or SAFE kit information to 

law enforcement or command authorities, either within or outside 

the DoD, unless an exception applies. SARCs, deployed 

resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, unit SAPR VAs, victims’ legal 

counsels, and healthcare personnel who make unauthorized 

disclosure of a confidential communication are subject to 

disciplinary action. 

 (1) All restricted report information remains 

confidential and protected. However, unauthorized or 

inadvertent disclosures made to the chain of command or law 

enforcement must result in notification to the MCIO. 

 (2) Regardless of whether the victim elects restricted 

or unrestricted reporting, confidentiality of medical 

information must be maintained per DoD Instruction 6025.18 of 2 

December 2009. A SAFE and the information contained in its 

accompanying kit are provided the same confidentiality as is 

afforded victim statements under the restricted reporting 

option. 

 b. Communications between a victim and a chaplain are 

confidential communications and can be made to chaplains either 

directly, through an RP, or through other administrative support 

personnel assigned to the chaplain. Unless the victim releases 

the chaplain from confidentiality, chaplains maintain 

confidentiality pursuant to SECNAVINST 1730.9. 

 (1) RPs and other administrative support personnel 

assigned to the chaplain may become aware of confidential 

communications in the course of their support duties. In that 

event, they are obligated to keep that information confidential 

and immediately refer the matter to the chaplain. Under these 

circumstances the victim preserves their restricted reporting 

capability.

 (2) Lay leaders, directors of religious education, and 

other support personnel who inadvertently become aware of 

confidential communications must keep such matters confidential, 

and immediately refer the matter to the chaplain. Under these 

circumstances, the victim preserves their restricted reporting 

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 c. Collateral misconduct offenses revealed by a sexual 

assault victim when making a restricted report are considered 

confidential communications and will not be disclosed except as 

authorized under Military Rule of Evidence 514.

7. Victim Confiding in Another Person. Communications between 

the victim and a person(s) other than the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, victims’ legal 

counsel, or healthcare personnel are not confidential and do not 

receive the protections of restricted reporting.

 a. A victim may inform other individuals (e.g., roommate, 

friend, family member) that a sexual assault has occurred before 

considering whether to file a restricted or unrestricted report. 

This communication with others does not, in and of itself, 

prevent the victim from later electing to make a restricted 

report. 

 b. There can be no restricted report made if the person(s)

to whom the victim confided the information (e.g., roommate, 

friend, family member) is in the victim’s chain of command or 

DoD law enforcement, unless the individual(s) is(are) clearly 

acting in the capacity of someone authorized to take a 

restricted report from the victim. For example, the victim may 

make a restricted report to a healthcare provider who is in the 

victim’s chain of command, if the healthcare provider is acting 

clearly and solely as the victim's healthcare provider. 

8. Independent Investigations. If information about a sexual 

assault comes to a CO’s attention from a source other than a 

victim who has elected restricted reporting or where no election 

has been made by the victim, that CO must report the matter to 

an MCIO and an official (independent) investigation may be 

initiated by the MCIO based on that independently acquired 

information. 

 a. The timing of filing a restricted report is important. 

In order to take advantage of the restricted reporting option, 

the victim must file a restricted report before the SARC is 

informed of an ongoing independent investigation of the sexual 

assault. 

 b. If an independent investigation begins after the victim 

has formally elected restricted reporting, the independent 
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investigation has no impact on the victim’s restricted report, 

and the victim’s communications and SAFE kit remain 

confidential, to the extent authorized by law. 

 c. If the SARC is informed of an ongoing independent 

investigation prior to a restricted report being made (via the 

DD Form 2910), the SARC must inform the victim of the ongoing 

independent investigation of the sexual assault and notify the 

victim that the option of restricted reporting is no longer 

available.

9. Reporting Requirements for Unrestricted Reports. Reports 

must be submitted for all unrestricted reports of sexual assault 

as outlined in reference (h), appendix 3A, and the guidance in 

subparagraphs 9a through 9e. 

 a. Personnel incident reports (i.e., OPREP-3 NAVY BLUE, 

OPREP-3 NAVY UNIT SITREP) must be submitted.

 (1) Only sexual assault must be listed as the type of 

incident in related message reports. No additional description 

of the incident must be provided in personnel incident reports 

of sexual assault.

 (2) Care should be taken to avoid reporting sensitive 

personal information that might cause unwarranted invasion of 

personal privacy of individuals involved. Command demographics 

must be taken into account when determining the information to 

be provided. 

 (3) All unrestricted reports of alleged sexual assault 

will be reported regardless of affiliation, status, or location 

of the victim or alleged offender. The naval command with 

cognizance over the victim is responsible for forwarding 

required personnel incident reports. 

 (4) Reports of allegations of active duty members of 

another Service assigned to a naval command are also required 

regardless of location. The naval command with cognizance over 

the alleged offender in sexual assault reports involving active 

duty members of another Service not assigned to a naval command

and non-military or unidentified victims is responsible for 

forwarding required personnel incident reports. 
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 (5) Incidents involving civilians sexually assaulted on 

property under DON jurisdiction must be reported. 

 (6) If neither the victim nor alleged offender is a Navy 

member, the CO of the installation or activity where the sexual 

assault occurred is responsible for meeting the reporting 

requirements. 

 (7) COs for both victim and alleged offender will 

coordinate efforts for submission. 

 b. An OPNAV 1752/2 must be submitted within 8 days of the 

command becoming aware of a report or investigation of an adult 

sexual assault involving a Service member victim or a Service 

member alleged offender (including RC members who were 

performing active service or IDT during the time of the 

assault). OPNAV 1752/2 is also required for incidents (being 

reported at the present time) that occurred before the 

enlistment or commissioning of the Service member victim. 

 (1) This requirement only applies to unrestricted 

reports made to a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, or SAPR 

VA and to independent investigations initiated by the MCIO per 

reference (a).

 (2) An individual OPNAV 1752/2 is required for each 

victim involved, regardless of affiliation, status or location 

of the victim or alleged offender. 

 (3) OPNAV 1752/2 must be submitted by:

 (a) The CO when the victim and alleged offender are 

assigned to the same command. 

 (b) The CO of the victim when the victim and the 

alleged offender are assigned to different commands. 

 (c) The CO of the victim in a case involving a 

Service member victim and a non-Service member alleged offender. 

 (d) The CO of the alleged Service member offender in 

reports involving a civilian victim. 
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 (e) The first O-6 or above ISIC when the CO is the 

alleged offender. 

 (4) Without disclosing protected communications and 

victim confidentiality, the OPNAV 1752/2 will be prepared and 

submitted by the CO with input from the SARC and the MCIO (e.g., 

NCIS). At a minimum, the CO preparing the OPNAV 1752/2 will 

provide preliminary information of the incident with the 

understanding that some victim or alleged offender information 

may not be accessible or available. 

 (a) For a report triggered by an unrestricted report 

of sexual assault, the SARC will be responsible for providing 

all victim information and the MCIO will provide the incident 

data and investigation information. 

 (b) When the report is triggered by an independent 

MCIO investigation, the MCIO will be responsible for providing 

the available information. Incident data must not be acquired 

through a command-directed investigation which is prohibited for 

sexual assaults per references (a) through (c).

 (5) The OPNAV 1752/2 will have limited distribution to 

ensure control of sensitive information and incorporate plain 

language definitions for the type of sexual assault reported. 

The OPNAV 1752/2 will be sent via e-mail, at a minimum, to:

 (a) The installation CO, if such incident occurred 

on or in the vicinity of a military installation. 

 (b) The chain of command of the victim and alleged 

offender, up to and including the first flag officer.

 (c) The ISIC of the Service member alleged offender 

when the alleged offender is a CO or flag officer.

 (6) An OPNAV 1752/2 is not prepared for sexual assaults 

involving FAP cases, consistent with OPNAVINST 1752.2B. 

 c. A first flag report is required to be made to the first 

flag officer in the chain of command within 30 days after the 

initial personnel incident report of the sexual assault by all 

COs of both victims and alleged offenders, regardless of which 

command submitted the special incident report. This requirement 
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includes a personal assessment regarding the impact of the 

receipt of the reported incident, prevention efforts, impact on 

the command, progress to resolution and best practices. First 

flag reports must be made in person, if feasible. Telephone 

calls or video teleconferences (VTC) are acceptable 

alternatives. E-mail reports are not an acceptable alternative. 

 d. A written disposition report, using NAVPERS 1752/1 

Sexual Assault Disposition Report, must be submitted within 2

business days of final disposition of all unrestricted reports 

of sexual assault. A final, official resolution refers to 

completion of judicial, investigative, disciplinary, and 

administrative actions (e.g., defendant found guilty or not 

guilty, alleged offender administratively separated, no action 

taken due to insufficient evidence). 

 (1) NAVPERS 1752/1 must be submitted by:

 (a) The CO of an alleged offender who is subject to 

the UCMJ.

 (b) The victim’s CO when an unrestricted report 

specifies an unknown offender or an offender not subject to the 

UCMJ. 

 (2) The NAVPERS 1752/1 will be retained by NCIS for a 

minimum of 20 years.

 e. A NAVPERS 1070/887 will be submitted to a Service 

member’s official military personnel file within 5 business days 

from adjudication of a court-martial or NJP or at the completion 

of the NJP appeal process for any sex-related offenses to 

include violation of Articles 120, 120a, 120b, 120c, or 125 of 

the UCMJ, or an attempt to commit any of these offenses 

punishable under Article 80 of the UCMJ.

 (1) NAVPERS 1070/887 will be used to annotate the 

official military personnel file of any Service member who is 

convicted at court-martial or awarded NJP for sex-related 

offense(s), regardless of recommendation for retention or 

separation from the naval service. NAVPERS 1070/887 will remain 

in the official military personnel file of Service members for 

the duration of the applicable member’s career.
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 (2) Submission of the NAVPERS 1070/887 will generate a 

field code 91 entry in the official military personnel file to 

alert COs of Service members who received a court-martial 

conviction or NJP for these offenses. 

 (3) COs must review all field code 91 documents within 

30 days of permanent assignment of all newly reporting 

personnel.
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APPENDIX 3A 

SEXUAL ASSAULT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS MATRIX 

SEXUAL ASSAULT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS MATRIX

Sex Offense Accountability Record(NAVPERS 1070/887)COSubject's CONot applicableSubject's CONot applicableWithin 5 days upon court- martial/NJP adjudication or completion of the NJP appeal process

Sexual Assault Disposition Report (NAVPERS 1752/1)COSubject's COVictim’s Current COSubject's COCO for installation where incident occurred or Sponsoring COWithin 2 days upon final decision/ adjudication

First Flag Officer Report COBoth COsVictim's COSubject's COCO for installation where incident occurred or Sponsoring COWithin 30 days of Initial OPREP-3 Navy Blue/OPREP-3 Navy Unit SITREP

Sexual Assault Incident Response Oversight(8-Day) Report(OPNAV 1752/2)COVictim's COVictim's COSubject's CONot applicableWithin 8 days of command becoming aware of a report or investigation of sexual assault

InitialOPREP-3 NAVY BLUE or OPREP-3 NAVY UNIT SITREPCOVictim's COVictim's COSubject's COCO for installation where incident occurred or Sponsoring COAs required In OPNAVINST F3100.6J

CommandBoth in Same UnitIn Different UnitsNot applicableNot applicableNot applicable

Timeframe Due

Subject (Alleged Offender)Service memberService memberNon- Service member/ Dependent/ UnknownNon- Service member/ Dependent/ UnknownDependent/Non- Service member

VictimService memberService memberService memberNon- Service member/DependentDependent/Non- Service member
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CHAPTER 4 

SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE 

1. General. A 24/7 sexual assault response capability must be 

provided for all locations, including deployed areas. 

Installation COs are responsible for providing information 

regarding this capability and guidance for gaining timely access 

to appropriate victim services and procedures. 

2. Victim Support. SAPR services must be gender-responsive, 

culturally competent, and recovery-oriented. Mandatory 

activation of an on-call deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA,

or unit SAPR VA will be conducted immediately at the time of the 

sexual assault report to provide victims with information, 

emotional support, and guidance through the various medical, 

mental health, investigative, and legal processes. The terms 

SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, and 

victims’ legal counsel must be used as standard terms throughout 

the Navy to facilitate communications and transparency regarding 

SAPR response capability. 

 a. Ongoing victim advocacy, beyond the initial response, is 

provided at the request of the victim. Victims are free to 

decline any or all of the options available.

 b. SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and 

unit SAPR VAs are responsible for ensuring:

 (1) Victims understand all service and support options 

available and must advise them of:

 (a) Restricted and unrestricted reporting options.

 (b) Circumstances when disclosure and exceptions to 

confidentiality and restricted reporting exist. 

 (c) Any local or State sexual assault reporting 

requirements that may limit the possibility of restricted 

reporting.

 (d) Protections of and exceptions to Military Rule 

of Evidence 514, the victim-VA privilege.
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 (e) SAFE confidentiality to victims and the 

confidentiality of the contents of the SAFE kit, depending upon 

restricted or unrestricted reporting. 

 (f) Implications of a victim confiding in another 

person resulting in a third party report to command or DoD law 

enforcement. 

 (g) Services of the SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, and unit SAPR VA are optional and that the 

services may be declined, in whole or in part, at any time.

 (h) The option to request a different SAPR VA or 

unit SAPR VA (subject to availability, depending on locality 

staffing) or continue without SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA services.

 (i) Access to SARC and SAPR services will not be 

affected by the victim’s preference to decline participation in 

the investigation or prosecution.

 (j) Victim rights stipulated in the DD Form 2701.

 (k) Availability of military protective orders and 

other protective measures for unrestricted reports.

 (l) The expedited transfer request option and 

procedures when unrestricted reports of sexual assault are 

filed.

 (m) Availability of assistance from the DoD Safe 

Helpline.

 (n) Availability of legal assistance and victims’ 

legal counsel which is optional and may be declined, in whole or 

in part, at any time.

 (o) The option of being accompanied by a SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, or 

Victims’ legal counsel during interviews by law enforcement or a 

trial counsel or a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, 

unit SAPR VA, victims’ legal counsel, or trial counsel during an 

interview by a defense counsel.
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 (p) The chance that investigations into unrestricted 

reports of sexual assault may continue regardless of whether the 

victims desire to participate in the investigation or 

prosecution.

 (q) Availability of information concerning the 

prosecution, if applicable.

 (r) Per Article 54(e), UCMJ, and Rule for CourtMartial 1103 of JAGINST 5800.7F, the right to request and 

receive a copy of the prepared record of the proceedings (not to 

include sealed materials, unless otherwise approved by the 

presiding military judge or appellate court) of a general or 

special court-martial involving a sexual assault or other 

offense covered by Articles 120, 120c, and 125 of the UCMJ, or 

attempts to commit these offenses under Article 80 of the UCMJ.

 (s) Availability of referral services to military 

and civilian agencies for sexual assault victims upon the 

request of the victim and as appropriate. SARCs, deployed 

resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs or unit SAPR VAs will:

 1. Facilitate these referrals, as appropriate, 

and encourage sexual assault victims to follow-up with 

referrals. 

 2. Inquire whether the victim is an RC or an NG 

member to ensure that victims are referred to the appropriate 

geographic location. 

 3. Accompany victims during interviews with law 

enforcement, trial counsel, or the defense counsel, if 

requested. 

 (t) Policy regarding the completion of the Standard 

Form (SF) 86 regarding consultation with a healthcare 

professional in relation to the sexual assault.

 (2) Completion and retention of DD Forms 2910 for all 

cases and must:

 (a) Ensure the victim elects to make a restricted or 

unrestricted report, using the DD Form 2910.
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 (b) Provide the victim a hard copy of the DD Form 

2910 with the victim’s signature, advising him or her to keep a 

personal copy, as this form may be used by the victim in other 

matters before other agencies (e.g., Department of Veterans 

Affairs) or for any other lawful purpose.

 (c) Inform the victim that the DD Form 2910 will be 

retained for 50 years for the purpose of providing the victim 

access to documentation of his or her sexual assault 

victimization with the Department of Veterans Affairs for future 

care and benefits. 

 c. Victims’ legal counsels complement the care and support 

victims receive through other sources by working with the victim 

through the investigation and military justice process and 

advocating for the victim's rights and interests. Victims’ 

legal counsels provide independent legal counsel to eligible 

sexual assault victims, forming an attorney-client relationship 

with the victim. Victims’ legal counsels provide personal 

representation advice to victims involved in collateral 

misconduct connected with a report of sexual assault. 

Collateral misconduct resulting in administrative processing or 

court-martial will necessitate assignment of a separate military 

defense counsel. SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR 

VAs, unit SAPR VAs, MCIO personnel, victim witness liaisons, 

trial counsels, and healthcare providers must inform sexual 

assault victims of the availability of victims’ legal counsel

services. 

 d. Legal assistance support, which is in addition to and 

not instead of victims’ legal counsel support, will include 

confidential advice and assistance addressing: 

 (1) Rights and benefits afforded to the victim under law 

and DoD policy;

 (2) Role of VWAP personnel;

 (3) The distinctive role of the SAPR VAs;

 (4) Privileges existing between the victim and a SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA;
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 (5) The differences between restricted and unrestricted 

reporting;

 (6) An overview of the military justice system; 

 (7) Services available from appropriate agencies for 

emotional and mental health counseling and other medical 

services;

 (8) Requests for expedited transfer;

 (9) Availability of and protections offered by civilian 

and military protective orders;

 (10) Availability of a safety assessment conducted by 

trained personnel; and 

 (11) Availability of appeal of an administrative 

separation action following an unrestricted report of a sexual 

assault. 

3. Victim Safety and Well-being. Victims of sexual assault 

must receive reasonable protection from the alleged offender(s). 

Protective measures should not place undue burden on Service 

members or their family members. Any threat to life or safety 

of Service members must be immediately reported to command and 

DoD law enforcement authorities. COs must:

 a. Consider both the physical and emotional well-being of 

the victim in making this decision. The victim's preference 

should receive primary consideration if at all practicable.

 b. Consider relocating the victim or alleged offender to 

minimize the likelihood for alleged offender and victim 

interaction or until the case is adjudicated in cases where the 

victim and alleged offender are assigned to the same command. 

Consideration may be given for a temporary or permanent 

reassignment of the alleged offenders instead of the victim 

pursuant to a determination that reasonable grounds exist to 

believe that an offense constituting sexual assault has occurred 

based on the advice of the supporting judge advocate and the 

available evidence. 
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 c. Consider initiating a safety transfer when the lives or 

safety of Service members or their family members are 

threatened.

 d. Assess the safety and well-being of Service members and

their dependents when concerns or circumstances warrant issuance 

of military protective orders or reassignment. 

 e. Consider issuing a military protective order which, in 

sexual assault cases, may have separate requirements than other 

military protective orders. While victim safety is paramount, 

prior to issuing a military protective order, COs must consult 

with NCIS or other MCIOs to ensure the military protective order 

military protective order does not compromise an ongoing 

investigation. If a military protective order is issued, it 

must remain in effect until such time as the issuing CO 

terminates the order or issues a replacement order. 

 (1) COs must:

 (a) Use the DD Form 2873, providing copies to both 

the victim and alleged offender as appropriate. Verbal military 

protective orders can be issued, but the DD Form 2873 should be 

issued as soon as possible thereafter. 

 (b) Notify NCIS of the issuance of a military 

protective order and of the individuals involved in the military 

protective order.

 (c) Notify the appropriate civilian authorities when 

a military protective order has been issued involving any 

individual who does not reside on a military installation. 

 1. Include, at a minimum, the local civilian 

LEA or LEAs with jurisdiction to respond to an emergency call 

from the residence of any individual involved in the order. 

 2. Notify them of any change made in a 

protective order, to include:

 a. The issuance of the protective order; 

 b. The individuals involved in the order; 
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 c. Any change made in a protective order; 

 d. The termination of the protective 

order; and

 e. Issuance of a replacement protective 

order.

 (d) Advise the person seeking the military 

protective order that the military protective order is not 

enforceable by civilian authorities off base and that victims 

desiring protection off base should seek a civilian protective 

order. Any violation of the military protective order should be 

reported to the issuing commander, DoD law enforcement, and 

NCIS. 

 (e) In coordination with DoD law enforcement and 

NCIS, take all reasonable measures necessary to ensure that a 

civilian protective order is given full force and effect on all 

DoD installations within the jurisdiction of the court that 

issued such order. 

 (f) Brief the sexual assault CMG chair and co-chair

on the existence of a military protective order or civilian 

protective order and its requirements.

 (g) Forward the decision and rationale to deny a 

victim’s military protective order request to the installation 

CO or equivalent command level for final decision in 

consultation with a judge advocate, per reference (a).

 (2) DoD law enforcement officials must:

 (a) Document military protective orders and civilian 

protective orders for all Service members in the investigative 

case file, to include documentation for RC personnel in Title 

10, U.S.C., status.

 (b) Advise the sexual assault CMG chair and co-chair

of existing military protective orders and civilian protective 

orders as appropriate. 
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4. Expedited Transfer Requests. Circumstances may exist that 

warrant the transfer of a Service member who makes an 

unrestricted report of sexual assault, but may not otherwise 

meet established criteria for effecting the immediate transfer 

of Service members. Service members who file unrestricted 

reports of sexual assault may request an expedited transfer per

reference (i).

5. Command Notification. Prior to execution of PCS orders, the 

SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA

must ensure the victim elects to either have or not have the 

case management transferred to the next command. It is 

important for the victim to understand that there is potential 

for the gaining command to be informed about the case from other 

sources. Notification from the losing CO to the gaining CO will 

depend on whether there is an open case and continuation of 

services, regardless of conditions under which the sexual 

assault victim is transferred or reassigned (i.e., PCS on or 

before the member’s normal rotation date, temporary reassignment 

in or out of local area).

 a. If there is neither an open case nor continuation of 

services, no other action or notification is needed. The CO

will not inform the new CO of the sexual assault incident when 

none of the following apply: active criminal investigation, 

active legal proceeding, ongoing healthcare (medical or mental 

health) needs that are directly related to the sexual assault, 

ongoing monthly sexual assault CMG meeting oversight, or active 

SAPR victim support services.

 b. For open cases, the responsible SARC will obtain the 

victim’s written consent for continuation of supportive services 

with the new SARC when a victim has a temporary change of duty, 

PCS, or is deployed and document the victim’s response in DSAID. 

Documentation of this election on the DD Form 2910 is mandatory

and must be uploaded into DSAID and retained under records 

storage and management requirements. Case documents will not be 

transferred to a new SARC without consent from the victim.

 (1) When the transferring victim does not desire to 

continue services, the original SARC and sexual assault CMG will 

retain case management oversight responsibility until final 

disposition of the unrestricted report case. The SARC must:
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 (a) Obtain the victim’s desire for updates regarding 

ongoing investigative or legal proceedings. If updates are 

desired, the victim's new CO will attend the sexual assault CMG 

meetings at the victim’s original duty location with attendance 

documented in the sexual assault CMG meeting minutes. If the 

sexual assault CMG and new command are not co-located, the CO is 

authorized to attend the sexual assault CMG meetings via 

telephone or VTC. The victim’s new CO will provide the victim 

monthly updates within 72 hours of the sexual assault CMG 

meeting. 

 (b) Inform the victim of the SAPR resources 

available at the next command.

 (2) If continued SAPR services are requested, transfer 

of the sexual assault case will be coordinated by the SARC with

a warm hand-off with the SARC at the new duty station to ensure 

continuity of care.

 (a) The new CO will adopt processes to assure strict 

confidentiality. Every attempt must be made to limit access to 

the information that a victim has been transferred into the unit 

as result of a sexual assault report.

 (b) All information should be kept confidential. 

The victim’s original CO will inform only the new CO of the 

transfer, limiting the information to objective facts about 

victim care provided, the status of open investigations, and the 

status of ongoing legal proceedings in order to allow the new CO

to facilitate the victim's access to advocacy, healthcare, 

MCIOs, and legal counsel. The CO may share the notification 

with the senior enlisted advisor, if deemed necessary to support 

the victim. Additional personnel will be notified by the CO

only as necessary for monthly sexual assault CMG meeting updates 

or based on a need-to-know.

 (c) Sexual assault CMG case oversight will be 

conducted at the victim's new duty station location with updates 

provided by the victim’s new CO, the investigating MCIO, and a 

representative involved in the legal proceedings. All 

investigative and disposition updates from the original MCIO or 

legal representative will be provided to the sexual assault CMG 

chair at the new location for documentation in the DSAID by the 
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responsible SARC. Monthly updates will be provided to the 

victim by the victim’s new CO within 72 hours of the sexual 

assault CMG meetings. 

 (d) NAVPERS 1752/1 will be forwarded to the MCIO at 

the victim’s new location within 2 days of the final decision or 

action taken, if applicable.

6. Alleged Offenders. Alleged offenders may be temporarily 

reassigned or removed from a position of authority or from an 

assignment, not as a punitive measure, but solely for the 

purpose of maintaining good order and discipline within the 

member's command. The alleged offender’s CO must:

 a. Monitor the well-being of the alleged offender, 

particularly for any indications of suicide potential, and 

ensure appropriate intervention occurs, if indicated. 

 b. Emphasize that every alleged offender is presumed 

innocent until proven guilty regardless of safety measures taken 

to protect the victim or others within the command such as 

relocation and military protective orders.

 c. Safeguard the alleged offender’s rights and preserve the 

integrity of a full and complete investigation to include no 

formal or informal investigative interviews or inquiries by 

personnel other than those assigned to an MCIO or civilian law 

enforcement. This responsibility lies with the appropriate LEA

handling the investigation. 

 d. Inform the alleged offender of available counseling 

support and if referred to counseling, that such referral is 

reported as required in chapter 3.

 e. Determine the need of the issuance of a military 

protective order or a temporary or permanent transfer from the 

current duty station. 

7. Accountability 

 a. Navy’s special victim investigation and prosecution 

capability provides a distinct, recognizable group of 

appropriately skilled professionals consisting of specially 

trained and selected MCIO and NCIS investigators, judge 
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advocates, VWAP personnel, and administrative paralegal support 

personnel who work collaboratively to investigate and prosecute 

allegations of sexual assault, and provide support to the 

victims. All special victim investigation and prosecution 

personnel will be selected, certified, and trained with a goal 

of achieving fully integrated investigation, prosecution, and 

victim support.

 (1) Selection of the special victim investigation and 

prosecution investigators is contingent on the completion of 

advanced specialized training issued in reference (a). 

Investigators must:

 (a) Be knowledgeable of the special victim 

investigation and prosecution priorities, working 

collaboratively with specially special victim investigation and 

prosecution trained personnel consisting of judge advocates, 

VWAP personnel, and legal support personnel. 

 (b) Notify each member of the special victim 

investigation and prosecution within 24 hours of determining 

that an allegation meets the criteria of a special victim 

covered offense to activate the victim’s service support. The 

contact can occur via personal meeting, telephone conference 

call, or VTC. 

 (c) Collaborate with all members of the special 

victim investigation and prosecution team within 48 hours 

(without regard to the day of the week) of the allegation’s 

designation by the responsible MCIO as an investigation that 

meets the criteria of a covered offense. The collaboration can 

occur via personal meeting, telephone, or VTC. 

 (d) Meet or consult with other special victim 

investigation and prosecution personnel at least monthly for 

periodic investigative case reviews and to ensure all aspects of 

the victim’s needs are being met. Where all special victim 

investigation and prosecution, members are not co-located, 

meetings are authorized to be conducted via telephone or VTC. 

 1. All special victim investigation and 

prosecution notifications, meetings, and consultations will be 

documented in the appropriate investigative file. 
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 2. The documentation will include the name, 

position, organization, and response of the persons briefed and 

the date of the briefings. 

 (e) Coordinate investigations when informed of 

allegations of sexual assault, ensuring the appropriate 

commander(s) and SARC(s) are notified. 

 (f) Ensure victims are provided a completed DD Form 

2701, which sets out victims’ rights and points of contact in 

unrestricted report cases. 

 (g) Ensure victims and the responsible SARCs receive 

monthly investigation updates until the investigation is 

complete and forwarded to the command for adjudication. 

 (h) Request final disposition data on cases 

investigated or prosecuted by civilian LEAs and, if received, 

immediately notify the cognizant commander(s) and responsible 

SARC(s) of these results. 

 (i) Obtain final disposition data on Navy victims 

and alleged offenders investigated by other MCIOs and 

immediately notify the cognizant CO(s) and responsible SARC(s) 

or deployed resiliency counselor(s) of these results. 

 (2) Special victim investigation and prosecution legal 

personnel collaborate with SARCs, deployed resiliency 

counselors, SAPR VAs and unit SAPR VAs, and victims’ legal 

counsel to facilitate a victim’s welfare, security, and recovery 

from the sexual assault. Special victim investigation and 

prosecution legal personnel must:

 (a) Inform victims entitled to victims’ legal 

counsel services of their right to consult with victims’ legal 

counsel.

 (b) Inform victims entitled to legal assistance of 

their right to consult with a legal assistance attorney. 

 (c) Consistent with applicable laws and regulations, 

ensure that responsible legal offices establish active liaisons 

with organizations and key individuals to ensure victim care.
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 1. Local military and civilian LEAs.

 2. SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR 

VAs, and unit SAPR VAs.

 3. FAP clinicians, FAP managers, and domestic 

abuse VAs.

 4. Military chaplain offices.

 5. Medical and mental healthcare personnel.

 6. COs.

 7. Victims’ legal counsels.

 8. Other persons as necessary to provide a 

continuum of care in special victim cases.

 (d) Promptly meet or consult with MCIO special 

victim investigation and prosecution members within 48 hours 

after the designation of an investigation as meeting special 

victim investigation and prosecution requirements.

 (e) Meet or consult with MCIO special victim 

investigation and prosecution members at least monthly to assess 

progress in the investigation or prosecution of a covered 

offense, including ensuring any matter raised by the victim or a 

person designated to assist or represent the victim is properly 

addressed. 

 (f) Be able to provide victims with a comprehensive 

understanding of their rights and information required to be 

provided during the investigation and court-martial process.

 b. Authority to dispose of certain sexual assault cases is 

withheld to the O-6 special court-martial convening authority 

level within the chain of command. This officer will be known 

as the sexual assault - initial disposition authority. These 

responsibilities are non-delegable and apply to cases involving 

allegations of rape and sexual assault (as specifically 

enumerated under UCMJ Article 120, subsections (a) and (b), 

UCMJ), forcible sodomy under Article 125 of the UCMJ or attempts 

to commit those offenses under Article 80 of the UCMJ, and other 
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alleged offenses arising from or relating to the same 

incident(s), whether committed by the alleged offender or the 

victim. Prior to making the initial disposition determination, 

the sexual assault - initial disposition authority must consult 

with a judge advocate. The sexual assault - initial disposition 

authority must:

 (1) If the CO is O-5 or below, forward the sexual 

assault case involving allegations of rape, sexual assault,

forcible sodomy, or attempts to commit those offenses, and other 

alleged offenses arising from or relating to the same 

incident(s) to the appropriate O-6 or above sexual assault -

initial disposition authority within 30 days of receipt of the 

report if practicable. If the higher level sexual assault -

initial disposition authority returns the case, any action may 

be taken as deemed appropriate. 

 (2) Make an initial disposition decision per Rule for 

Court-Martial 306. 

 (3) Take action as appropriate, documenting the 

decision. Action may include no action or returning the case to 

the subordinate commander for disposition as that officer deems 

appropriate. 

 c. Service members alleged to have committed a sexual 

assault offense may be subject to trial by court-martial and, if 

found guilty, be awarded punishment by court-martial under the 

Manual for Courts-Martial and JAGINST 5800.7F. Such personnel 

are subject to administrative separation processing per 

reference (i), as well as civilian court system actions under

local, State, and Federal statutes, including the possible 

requirement to register as a sex offender if convicted. Other

administrative actions include NJP, counseling and comments in 

fitness reports and performance evaluations. 

 d. Navy members who are convicted of a sex offense at a 

court-martial while on active duty or in a reserve status, and 

who are not punitively discharged, must be processed for 

administrative separation per references (i) and (j). Likewise, 

members who receive a civilian conviction for a qualifying 

sexual misconduct offense must be processed for administrative 

separation.
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8. Collateral Misconduct. Some reported sexual assaults 

involve circumstances where the victim may have engaged in some 

form of misconduct (e.g., underage drinking or other related 

alcohol offenses, adultery, fraternization, other violations of 

certain regulations or orders) which could be punishable under 

the UCMJ. Considerations should be given to the trauma to the 

victim and responding appropriately so as to encourage reporting 

of sexual assault and continued victim cooperation, while also 

bearing in mind any potential speedy trial and statute of 

limitations concerns. 

 a. When the alleged offenses fall under the purview of the 

sexual assault - initial disposition authority, the victim’s 

alleged collateral misconduct is withheld to the sexual assault 

- initial disposition authority. Sexual assault - initial 

disposition authorities or COs must determine, in a timely 

manner, how to best manage the disposition of alleged 

misconduct, to include deferring alleged collateral misconduct 

actions for sexual assault victims until final disposition of 

the sexual assault case.

 b. COs must not be penalized for deferring alleged 

collateral misconduct actions for the sexual assault victim 

until final disposition of the sexual assault case. 

 c. Service member victim’s collateral misconduct associated 

with the sexual assault incident will be excluded from 

consideration as intentional misconduct or gross negligence in 

line of duty determinations for healthcare to ensure sexual 

assault victims are able to access medical treatment and mental 

health services. 
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CHAPTER 5 

SEXUAL ASSAULT CASE MANAGEMENT GROUP (CMG) 

1. General. Installation sexual assault CMGs are established 

to review the status of open unrestricted reports of sexual 

assault and ensure system-wide coordination, accountability, and 

victim access to services and information. The focus of the 

sexual assault CMG is on victim response and recovery, not to 

substantiate a case. 

2. Requirements. Sexual assault CMG meetings will be held 

every month to review individual unrestricted cases, facilitate 

monthly victim updates, and direct system coordination, 

accountability, entry of disposition, and victim access to 

quality services. If there are no cases in a given month, the 

sexual assault CMG will still meet to ensure training, 

processes, and procedures are complete for system-wide 

coordination. 

 a. The multi-disciplinary sexual assault CMG will be 

chaired by the installation CO or installation XO. This 

responsibility may not be delegated. The sexual assault CMG 

chair must:

 (1) Identify and require designated installation 

personnel to become part of the sexual assault CMG and attend 

every monthly meeting. 

 (2) Ensure each sexual assault CMG member involved with 

and working on a specific case provides a verbal update for each 

victim concerned without violating victim confidentiality or 

disclosing privileged communications or facts surrounding the 

incident. 

 (3) Identify the responsible SARC, healthcare provider, 

or MCIO personnel who have been trained and are able to perform 

a safety assessment of each sexual assault victim. 

 (4) If a victim is assessed to be in a high-risk 

situation, immediately stand up a multi-disciplinary high-risk 

response team. High-risk response teams will continually 

monitor victims who have been assessed to be a high risk for 

safety by assessing danger and developing a plan to manage the 

situation. However, the COs of both the victim and alleged 
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offender have the responsibility to ensure the safety and good 

order and discipline of their members. The high-risk response 

team must:

 (a) Be chaired by the victim’s CO and, at a minimum, 

include the alleged offender’s CO; the victim’s SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA; the MCIO 

representative; the judge advocate; the VWAP personnel assigned 

to the case; victim’s healthcare provider or mental health and 

counseling services provider; and the personnel who conducted 

the safety assessment. 

 (b) Make its first report to the installation CO, 

sexual assault CMG chair, and sexual assault CMG co-chair within 

24 hours of being activated. At a minimum, briefings to the 

sexual assault CMG chair and co-chair must occur at least once a 

week while the victim is on high-risk status. 

 (c) Assess the victim’s safety to include, but not 

be limited to, evaluating items listed in appendix 5A.

 (5) Regularly assess and refer for appropriate action 

all reports of retaliation, ostracism, maltreatment, or reprisal 

from a victim, witness, or first responder in conjunction with a 

report of sexual assault. 

 (6) Obtain confirmation from the assigned SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA that each victim 

has been informed of available SAPR services to include 

counseling, chaplain, medical, victims’ legal counsel, and other 

legal resources without violating victim confidentiality. 

 (7) Ensure equivalent standards are met for case 

oversight by sexual assault CMGs in situations where SARCs are 

not installation based, but instead work within operational or 

deployable units. 

 (8) Monitor and require immediate transfer of sexual 

assault victim information between SARCs, deployed resiliency 

counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs to ensure continuity of 

SAPR services for victims, in the event of the change of duty 

station of a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or 

unit SAPR VA.
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 (9) Ensure the status of each expedited transfer 

request, military protective order, and civilian protective 

order is reported by the CO or law enforcement representative. 

 (10) If the victim has informed the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA of an existing 

civilian protective order, the chair must require the SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA to 

inform the sexual assault CMG of the existence of the civilian 

protective order and its requirements. 

 (11) Ensure information regarding protective order(s) 

for all active duty members provided by the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA during the sexual 

assault CMG meeting is documented by the DoD LEA in the 

investigative case file. 

 (12) Obtain confirmation that the victim’s CO provides 

the victim a monthly update of the status of the case within 72 

hours of the latest sexual assault CMG meeting. This 

responsibility may not be delegated. At the victim’s request, 

the update may be in writing and the SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or victims’ legal counsel may be present. 

 (13) Ensure that all appropriate updates are submitted 

for each case disposition within 24 hours for entry into DSAID 

by the SARC. 

 (14) Ensure that case disposition is communicated to the 

sexual assault victim within 2 business days of the final 

disposition. 

 (15) Ensure the sexual assault CMG meeting is not 

combined with a FAP incident determination committee or clinical 

case staff meeting to minimize confusion over the two separate 

programs. 

 (16) Request an analysis of data to determine trends and 

patterns of sexual assaults and share this information with the 

commanders on the joint base or the tenant commands. The sexual 

assault CMG membership will be briefed on trends. Data sources 

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 b. The installation SARC must serve as the co-chair of the 

sexual assault CMG. In the case of multiple SARCs on an 

installation, the lead SARC must serve in this position. This 

responsibility may not be delegated. Only a SARC may co-chair 

the multi-disciplinary sexual assault CMG. The sexual assault 

CMG co-chair must: 

 (1) Confirm that all reported sexual assaults are 

entered into DSAID within 48 hours of the report of sexual 

assault. In deployed locations that have Internet connectivity 

issues the timeframe is extended to 96 hours. 

 (2) Maintain the sexual assault CMG meeting agenda and 

minutes within DSAID. Minutes of the monthly meetings will 

include those in attendance and sexual assault CMG

recommendations (e.g., additional referrals, follow-up actions, 

etc.).

 c. At a minimum, the sexual assault CMG membership must

consist of the individuals listed in appendix 5B. An appointed 

alternate must attend when primary members are not available 

except in the case of victim’s CO.

 (1) Except in extenuating circumstances, such as 

deployments, sexual assault CMG members (or alternates 

considered appropriate by the sexual assault CMG chair) must be 

conducted in person when feasible. Otherwise, telephone calls 

or VTC are acceptable alternatives. 

 (2) Members of the sexual assault CMG must:

 (a) Receive the mandatory SAPR training (e.g., CO’s 

toolkit brief, retaliation, Military Rule of Evidence 514, 

annual and refresher training, etc.) as applicable. 

 (b) Meet monthly to discuss cases until they are 

resolved (i.e., legal, medical, psychological services are 

completed), case is adjudicated, and victims no longer wish to 

receive SAPR services. 

 (c) Explore the feasibility of joint use of existing 

SAPR resources, to include rotating on-call status of SARCs, 

deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs.
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 (d) Consider requests for meeting attendance by 

non-members, determining if it is in the best interest of 

victims and case discussions. 

 (3) On a joint base or when the installation has tenant 

commands: 

 (a) The commander of the tenant organization (e.g., 

installation based, operational, and deployable) and the 

designated lead SARC must be invited to the sexual assault CMG 

meetings. 

 (b) The commander of the tenant organization must

provide appropriate information to the host commander, to enable 

the host commander to provide the necessary supporting services. 

 d. Other SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, 

or unit SAPR VAs must actively participate in each sexual 

assault CMG meeting by presenting verbal updates on the assigned 

sexual assault cases, providing recommendations and, if needed, 

seeking assistance from the chair or victim’s CO.

3. Victim Confidentiality. Victim confidentiality must be 

maintained. 

 a. Sexual assault CMG participants are only authorized to 

share case information with those who have an official need-toknow.

 b. Each sexual assault CMG member who is involved with and 

working on a specific case will provide a verbal update without 

violating victim confidentiality or disclosing privileged 

communications, or facts surrounding the incident.
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APPENDIX 5A

HIGH-RISK RESPONSE TEAM SAFETY ASSESSMENT TOOL 

High-risk response teams will continually monitor victims who 

have been assessed to be a high risk for safety by assessing 

danger and developing a plan to manage the situation. When 

assigned, the high-risk response team must evaluate the victim’s 

safety, to include, but not be limited to, the following items:

Victim’s safety concerns.

Whether the victim has sustained serious injury during the 

sexual assault incident.

Alleged offender’s access to the victim or whether the alleged 

offender is stalking or has stalked the victim.

Previous or existing relationship or friendship between the 

victim and the alleged offender, or the alleged offender and the 

victim’s spouse, or victim’s dependents (e.g., existence of 

children in common, sharing (or prior sharing) of a common 

domicile).

Whether the victim has a civilian protective order or command 

has a military protective order against the alleged offender, or 

there has been a violation of a civilian protective order or 

military protective order by the alleged offender.

History of drug or alcohol abuse by either the victim or the 

alleged offender.

Whether the alleged offender (or the alleged offender’s 

friends or family members) has destroyed victim’s property; 

threatened or attacked the victim; or threatened, attempted, or 

has a plan to harm or kill the victim or the victim’s family 

members; or intimidated the victim to withdraw participation in 

the investigation or prosecution.

Whether the alleged offender has threatened, attempted, or has 

a plan to commit suicide.

Whether the alleged offender has used a weapon, threatened to 

use a weapon, or has access to a weapon that may be used against 

the victim.
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Whether the alleged offender has a history of law enforcement 

involvement regarding domestic abuse, assault, or other criminal 

behavior.

Whether the alleged offender exhibits erratic or obsessive 

behavior, rage, agitation, or instability.

Whether the alleged offender is a flight risk.
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APPENDIX 5B 

SEXUAL ASSAULT CASE MANAGEMENT GROUP (CMG) MEMBERSHIP LIST 

Chair (Installation CO or Installation XO)

Co-chair (Installation SARC or Lead SARC)

Chaplain (as designated by the senior chaplain)

All SARCs assigned to the installation (regardless if they have 

an assigned victim being discussed)

Victim’s CO (When operational commitments or other circumstances 

make the CO's participation impossible, the acting CO must

attend the sexual assault CMG for each case reviewed)

Victim’s SAPR VA or unit SAPR VA

Victim’s healthcare provider or mental health and counseling 

services provider

Victim's VWAP representative (or civilian victim witness 

liaison, if available) or victims’ legal counsel

Safety assessment personnel trained to conduct a safety 

assessment of current sexual assault victims

MCIO special agent and DoD law enforcement who have detailed 

knowledge of the case

Judge advocate or legal representative (as appropriate)

Other professionals directly involved with the case being 

reviewed (as appropriate)
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CHAPTER 6 

EVIDENCE COLLECTION 

1. General. Medical services offered to eligible victims of 

sexual assault include the option to elect a SAFE in addition to 

the general medical management related to sexual assault 

response, to include mental healthcare. The forensic component 

includes gathering information in the DD Form 2911 from the 

victim. The SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit 

SAPR VA, or healthcare provider must inform the victim of any 

State or local reporting requirements whenever a SAFE is 

conducted at a civilian MTF. Victims must also be informed of 

local requirements which may preclude DoD administered SAFE 

kits. 

2. SAFEs. With the victim's consent, a trained DoD or DON 

healthcare provider may conduct a SAFE in a manner that collects 

and preserves evidence with non-personally identifiable 

information about the victim. In the absence of a trained DoD

healthcare provider, the victim will be appropriately referred 

to a non-DoD healthcare provider for the SAFE which may preclude 

the ability to maintain a restricted report.

 a. Military SAPR personnel, to include medical personnel, 

must be appropriately trained on protocols for the use of the 

SAFE kit.

 b. The SAFE of a sexual assault victim should be conducted 

by an healthcare provider who has specialized education and 

clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and 

treatment of sexual assault victims.

 c. A local sexual assault forensic examiner who is trained 

and credentialed to perform a SAFE may also be contracted to 

report to the MTF to conduct the examination as provided in 

reference (d).

3. Chain of Custody. Upon completion of the SAFE kit, the MTF 

and healthcare provider are responsible for maintaining chain of 

custody, packaging, and mailing the SAFE kit within 48 hours of 

evidence collection to the MCIO or MCIO consolidated evidence 

facility representative or the appropriate DoD LEA as determined 
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by the selected reporting option. At no point in the chain of 

custody should a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA,

or unit SAPR VA have possession of the SAFE kit. 

 a. Personal property retained as evidence collected in 

association with a sexual assault investigation may be returned 

to the rightful owner of such property after the conclusion of 

all legal, adverse action, and administrative proceedings 

related to such incidents per reference (a).

 b. In an unrestricted case, the healthcare provider must

package, seal, and label the evidence container(s) with the 

victim’s name and notify the MCIO. MCIO special agents will 

receive forensic evidence from the healthcare provider if not 

already in custody, and label and store such evidence per 

references (d) and (f). The SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA will advise the victim that 

evidence will be stored for 5 years starting from the date the 

sexual assault investigation is closed in an unrestricted report 

of the sexual assault. The victim must sign the DD Form 2910 to 

acknowledge that he or she understands these conditions. 

 c. For restricted reports only, the healthcare provider 

must package, seal, and completely label the evidence 

container(s) with the restricted report control number assigned 

by the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit 

SAPR VA (see appendix 6A) which will be marked on the DD Form 

2910 to identify forensic evidence collected by the SAFE. 

Unique to each incident, the alphabetical-numeric case numbers 

must be used in lieu of personally identifiable information to 

label and identify the evidence collected (i.e., SAFE kit, 

accompanying documentation, personal effects, and clothing). 

Restricted case SAFE kits will be assigned a restricted report 

control number consisting of 19 characters or numbers.

 (1) The MCIO installation code entered should be based 

on the lead SARC responsible for supervision and oversight of 

the responding deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit 

SAPR VA. The appropriate code should not reflect the code for 

the command, where the sexual assault occurred, or the location 

of the evidence collection. 

 (2) There should be no victim identifying information on 

the package. It will be tracked using only the restricted 
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report control number (maintained by the installation SARC and 

given to the healthcare provider who will annotate the number on 

the exterior of the SAFE kit). The deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA must annotate the restricted 

report control number on the DD Form 2910 and forward the 

restricted report control number to the responsible SARC the 

next business day or as soon as possible. 

 (3) The SAFE kit will be turned over to the MCIO 

consolidated evidence facility and stored for 5 years from the 

date of the victim’s restricted report of the sexual assault. 

The MTF and healthcare provider are responsible for maintaining 

chain of custody, packaging, and mailing the SAFE kit within 48 

hours of evidence collection. 

 (4) The SARC will contact the victim at the 1-year mark 

of the report to inquire whether the victim wishes to change the

reporting option to unrestricted in order to participate in the 

military justice process. The SARC will stress that the victim 

is responsible from that point forward to affirmatively contact 

a SARC before the 5-year retention period elapses for the 

evidence if the victim wishes to change the report from 

restricted to unrestricted. A victim must acknowledge, in 

writing, that he or she understands these conditions by signing 

the DD Form 2910. 

 (a) If the victim does not change the report to 

unrestricted, the SARC will advise the victim that the DD Form

2910 and the DD Form 2911 will be retained for a total of 50

years from the time the victim signed the DD Form 2910 (electing 

the restricted report) and will then be destroyed. The SARC 

will emphasize to the victim that his or her privacy will be 

respected and he or she will not be contacted again by the SARC. 

 (b) If a victim changes the reporting preference to 

the unrestricted reporting option before the expiration of the 

5-year storage period, the SARC must notify the respective MCIO 

representative, LEA, or MCIO consolidated evidence facility, 

pursuant to established chain of custody procedures. MCIO 

procedures for documenting, maintaining, and storing the 

evidence must thereafter be followed. The SARC will ensure that 

the change in reporting is documented by having the victim re-
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sign the DD Form 2910. All protocols for unrestricted reports 

will apply, including notification of command and review by the 

sexual assault CMG.

 (5) At least 30 days prior to the expiration of the 5-

year storage period, the law enforcement or MCIO representative 

must notify the appropriate SARC that the storage period is 

about to expire and confirm with the SARC that the victim has 

not made a request to convert to unrestricted reporting or made 

a request for any personal effects. 

 (6) If there has been no change, the activity, generally 

the LEA or MCIO may destroy the evidence maintained under that 

victim’s restricted report control number at the expiration of 

the storage period in compliance with established procedures for 

the destruction of evidence. 
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APPENDIX 6A 

RESTRICTED REPORT CONTROL NUMBER MATRIX 

NUMBER AND 

TYPE DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE

3 letters 

4 numbers

Date of Forensic Examination 

(DDMMMYY)

02JAN38

2 letters Victim Service Affiliation NA (Navy), 

MC (Marine Corps), 

AR (Army), 

AF (Air Force), 

CG (Coast Guard)

4 letters MCIO Installation Code DCWA

(Washington Navy 

Yard, DC)

3 letters SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit 

SAPR VA initials (Use the 

letter “N” for the middle 

initial if the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, 

or unit SAPR VA has no middle 

name)

KER

3 numbers Sequential Number – Represents 

the ordinal number of Forensic 

Evidence Storage Numbers 

assigned by each SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, 

SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA

during the calendar year

001

Example restricted report control number: 

02JAN38-NA-DCWA-KER-001
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CHAPTER 7 

SEXUAL ASSAULT RECORD AND DATA COLLECTION

1. General. Data must be collected according to the reporting 

requirements as issued by DoD and references (a), (b), and (h).

2. DSAID. DSAID is a DoD-wide centralized, case-level database 

for the uniform collection of data regarding incidents of sexual 

assaults to develop and implement congressional reporting 

requirements. The database includes information when available, 

or when not limited by restricted reporting, or otherwise 

prohibited by law, about the nature of the assault, the victim, 

the alleged offender, and the disposition of reports associated 

with the assault. 

 a. DSAID will provide a set of core functions to satisfy 

the data collection and analysis requirements for the system in 

five basic areas: data warehousing, data query and reporting, 

SARC victim case management functions, subject investigative and 

legal case information, and SAPR program administration and 

management. DSAID must:

 (1) Contain information about sexual assaults reported 

to the DoD involving persons covered by this instruction, via 

both unrestricted and restricted reporting options. 

 (2) Include adequate safeguards to shield personally 

identifiable information from unauthorized disclosure. The 

system will not contain personally identifiable information 

about victims who make restricted reports. 

 (3) Information about sexual assault victims and 

subjects will receive the maximum protection allowed under the 

law and applicable policy. DSAID will include stringent user 

access controls. Only SARCs who have, at a minimum, a favorable 

NAC must be permitted access to enter sexual assault reports 

into DSAID. 

 b. At the DoD level, only de-identified data is used to 

respond to mandated reporting requirements. Identified closed 

case information and de-identified, aggregate open case 

information may also be used as a management tool for 

statistical analysis, tracking, reporting, evaluating program 

effectiveness, and conducting research. 
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 c. Written requests from individuals seeking access to 

information about themselves contained in DSAID and records 

should be addressed to the Deputy CNO (MPTE) (N1). Disclosure 

of data stored in DSAID will only be granted when authorized or 

required by law or regulation. Requests must not be informally 

handled by the SARCs. 

3. Access to Records. Victims must have permanent access to 

their records.

 a. DD Forms 2910 and 2911 must be stored for 50 years in 

restricted and unrestricted cases. Victims of sexual assault 

needing subsequent copies of either the DD Form 2910 or DD Form

2911 can request them from the SARC who must assist the victim 

in accessing the requested copies within 7 business days. The 

SARC will document this request in the DD Form 2910.

 b. Victims may request access to, or a copy of, the 

recording of the preliminary hearing. Upon request, counsel for 

the government must provide a sexual assault victim access to, 

or a copy of, the recording per the Manual for Courts-Martial.

 c. In the case of a general or special court-martial in 

which the victim was a victim of sexual assault, the victim must

be provided a copy of the record of trial (not to include sealed 

materials, unless otherwise approved by the presiding military 

judge or appellate court) free of charge. Trial counsel must

inform victims of sexual assault in a general or special courtmartial of the opportunity to receive a copy of the record of 

trial. 

 (1) A copy of the record of trial must be provided to 

each qualifying victim as soon as it is authenticated or, if the 

victim requests, at a time thereafter. The victim’s receipt of 

the record of trial, including any delay in receiving it, must

be documented and attached to the original record of trial. 

 (2) A copy of the convening authority’s action must be 

provided to each qualifying victim as soon as each document is 

prepared. If the victim so requests, service of the record of 

trial may be delayed until the convening authority’s action is 

available. 
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 d. Written Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act 

requests for agency information will be processed, per 

SECNAVINST 5720.42F.

4. Military Records 

 a. Procedures for correction of military records if a 

Service member experiences any retaliatory action for making a 

report of sexual assault should be submitted per reference (i) 

and SECNAVINST 5420.193.

 b. Service members who file unrestricted reports of sexual 

assault and are recommended for involuntary separation within 1

year of final disposition of the unrestricted case may request 

flag officer or ISIC review of the circumstances of, or the 

grounds for, the proposed separation. 
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CHAPTER 8 

DEFENSE - SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVOCATE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM 

(D-SAACP) 

1. General. All SARCS, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR 

VAs, and unit SAPR VAs must complete the National Advocate 

Credentialing Program, complete all CNIC preapproved initial 

training, and be certified prior to serving in the capacity of a 

SARC, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA. The notification of 

certification from the National Organization for Victims 

Assistance to individual applicants includes a D-SAACP unique 

identification number and validity dates and serves as official 

proof of certification status. 

2. Certification. In order to maintain certification through 

D-SAACP, all D-SAACP certified SARCs, deployed resiliency 

counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs must satisfy the D-SAACP 

continuing education training guidelines and apply for 

certification renewal every 2 years. D-SAACP requires 

applicants to complete a DD Form 2950-1 Department of Defense 

Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) Renewal 

Application Packet for Renewal Applicants and show proof of 32 

hours of National Advocate Credentialing Program and CNIC 

preapproved continuing education training for certification 

renewal. The 32 hours of training will be comprised of 30 hours 

of prevention and advocacy training and 2 hours of ethics 

training. Applications must be approved by National 

Organization for Victims Assistance before the current 

certification expires. All individuals performing the duties of 

a SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA 

must immediately self-report if they believe they are no longer 

eligible for continued certification. All self-reports may 

render those SARCs, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs,

and unit SAPR VAs ineligible for initial certification or 

continued certification.

3. Revocation

 a. Before revocation of a SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA certification, the CO will 

ensure minimum standards are met.

 (1) A timely and appropriate inquiry is conducted.
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 (2) The SARC, deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VA, 

or unit SAPR VA is notified, in writing, that a complaint has 

been received, an inquiry has been initiated, and his or her 

authority to perform as SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, 

SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA duties is suspended until reinstated by 

the responsible commander.

 (3) Any and all unrestricted allegations of sexual 

assault are reported to the appropriate MCIO and all procedures 

for unrestricted reporting per references (a) through (d) and 

(f) are followed.

 b. The inquiry process will follow Navy’s established 

adverse action, administrative inquiry, or investigative 

procedures to determine whether the D-SAACP certified SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA has done 

one or more of the items listed in subparagraphs 3b(1) through 

3b(10). 

 (1) Violated the D-SAACP code of professional ethics 

provided on the DD Form 2950.

 (2) Presented a danger of immediate or serious harm to 

victims of sexual assault or to the general public.

 (3) Intentionally made a false statement in the 

application for certification on the DD Form 2950.

 (4) Used a controlled substance or alcoholic beverage 

while serving on-call that impaired his or her ability to 

perform SARC or SAPR VA duties properly.

 (5) Committed an offense prohibited by UCMJ Articles 

120, 120B, 120C, and 125, or attempts to commit any one of those 

offenses, Article 80 of the UCMJ, or the equivalent State or 

Federal law.

 (6) Engaged in or solicited sexual relations with a 

sexual assault victim under care of the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA.
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 (7) Been convicted of a court-martial, received NJP, 

been involuntarily administratively separated from any branch of 

the Service, or been convicted of a criminal offense in Federal 

or State courts.

 (8) Failed to maintain the privacy of victims before, 

during, and after the professional relationship, Military Rule 

of Evidence 514 pursuant to the Manual for Courts-Martial, and 

applicable Federal, DoD, and Service privacy laws and 

regulations.

 (9) Intentionally provided false or misleading guidance 

or advice to a victim.

 (10) Demonstrated a lack of competency or ability that 

jeopardized the delivery of professional victim advocacy.

 c. The CO will determine whether to suspend or revoke the 

D-SAACP certification, in consultation with a judge advocate and 

human resources office, if there is a preponderance of evidence 

to support the complaint. 

 d. The CO will notify the SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA, in writing, when suspending 

or revoking a D-SAACP certification and provide a copy of the 

notification to CNIC (N91) within 3 business days of the 

suspension or revocation. This letter must include: 

 (1) The effective date of the suspension or revocation 

of certification;

 (2) The grounds for the suspension or revocation, 

including the specific misconduct, ethical violation, 

substandard performance, professional or personal impairment, or 

the reason the commander lost faith and confidence in the SARC,

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA to 

perform assigned duties; 

 (3) The direction for the SARC, deployed resiliency 

counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA to surrender his or her DSAACP certificate and wallet identification card to the first 

person in the chain of command or supervisor within 24 hours of 

receipt of the letter; and 
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 (4) Description of the right of the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA to appeal the 

decision under Navy’s appeals procedures.

 e. The CO will provide a written report to CNIC (N91) 

within 3 business days of concluding an inquiry. The report 

must document the complaint received, facts surrounding the 

complaint, findings made during the inquiry process, and the 

CO’s decision to sustain, suspend, or revoke the SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or unit SAPR VA's D-SAACP 

certification.

 f. Should the complaint prove unfounded, the CO will 

reinstate the SARC, deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, or 

unit SAPR VA via re-issuance of an appointment letter.
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CHAPTER 9 

PROCEDURES FOR THE NAVY RESERVE FORCE

1. General. COs of reserve commands (i.e., echelon 5) must

adhere to the requirements of COs as delineated in within this 

instruction. These requirements do not apply to COs of reserve 

units. However, COs of reserve units (i.e., echelon 4) are 

responsible for supporting their respective ISIC in maintaining 

an effective SAPR program. At a minimum, this must include 

ensuring required training is conducted and documented, 

appropriate command climate is established and monitored, and 

personnel are made aware of reporting procedures, resources, and 

options for both local and remote reporting. 

 a. To provide quality SAPR services, reserve command COs

must proactively work with assigned SARCs to identify facilities 

and available resources for their AOR.

 b. Reserve command COs may be required, at times, to ensure 

appropriate care and services are being provided to victims of 

sexual assault who report and receive SAPR services in 

geographically remote locations. 

 (1) Reserve commands on naval installations must utilize 

and participate in the installation’s SAPR VA watchbill. 

Reserve units must not maintain independent SAPR VA watchbills, 

unless specifically authorized by the CO of the reserve unit.

 (2) If not located on or near naval installations, 

reserve commands must have remote access to the services of the 

nearest DoD SARCs and SAPR VAs. 

 (3) If the installation or support is non-Navy, a MOU or 

MOA which complies with SAPR program requirements for both 

Services may be utilized for the provision of SAPR services and 

support. 

 (4) The Psychological Health Outreach Program and Yellow 

Ribbon Program representatives, resident at reserve regional 

component commands, as well as regional SARCs, must be used to 

identify resources and the designated unit SAPR POC to maintain 

communications regarding the ongoing care of remotely located 

victim(s) and alleged offender(s). 
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 c. Reserve command COs are authorized to participate via 

telephone or VTC in cases where sexual assault CMGs are being 

held in a geographically separated location. 

2. Eligibility

 a. Regardless of the sexual assault report type (restricted 

or unrestricted), RC members must have access to medical 

treatment and counseling for injuries and illness incurred from 

a sexual assault experienced when performing active service or 

IDT. However, medical entitlements for RC members remain 

dependent upon a line of duty determination as to whether or not 

the sexual assault incident occurred in an active duty or IDT

status, per reference (k) and SECNAVINST 1770.3D. RC members 

who have been sexually assaulted: 

 (1) While performing active service or IDT will: 

 (a) Have access to the SAPR services of a SARC, 

deployed resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, or 

victims’ legal counsel regardless of when or where the sexual 

assault took place; and

 (b) Receive limited or full services and support 

contingent on the Service member's line of duty status when the 

assault occurred. 

 (2) While not performing active service or IDT are 

eligible to receive limited SAPR services from a SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, or victims’ legal 

counsel.

 b. If desiring to make a restricted report, RC and NG 

victims must be advised of the nearest MTF or facility retained 

by an MTF under a MOU or MOA where a SAFE may be obtained and 

the confidentiality of the restricted reporting option can be 

maintained. In some cases, this may not be in the proximity of 

the command, unit, or the member’s residence. As an 

alternative, victims must be advised that they may obtain a SAFE 

through a local civilian healthcare provider who may be bound by 

State and local laws, which may require reporting the sexual 

assault to civilian law enforcement.
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3. Reporting Requirements. Reserve command COs must report all 

unrestricted reports of alleged sexual assaults involving 

Service members, regardless of the affiliation or status. 

Reserve command COs must comply with all reporting requirements 

within this instruction.

4. Line of Duty Procedures 

 a. Eligible RC members must be informed as soon as 

practicable after an alleged sexual assault of the option to 

request continuation or retention on active duty for the purpose 

of completing a line of duty determination. Requests for line 

of duty benefits in cases of sexual assault are governed by 

references (a) and (k). RC victims may: 

 (1) Request retention on active duty until completion of 

the line of duty determination when the sexual assault was 

committed while the member was on active duty and the member is 

expected to be released from active duty before the line of duty 

determination is made. 

 (2) Request to be returned to active duty for such time 

as necessary for completion of the line of duty determination if 

the sexual assault occurred while the member was on active duty 

and the line of duty determination is not completed. 

 b. Requests must be submitted in writing by the member and 

must be decided within 30 days from the date of request. 

 (1) If the request is denied, the member may appeal to 

the first flag officer in the member’s chain of command. In the 

case of such an appeal, a decision on the appeal must be made 

within 15 days from the date of appeal. 

 (2) Approved requests must be coordinated with 

COMNAVRESFORCOM Medical Department (N9) for funding and issuance

of orders. A licensed healthcare provider must recommend the 

continued treatment plan in the case of follow-on referrals. 

 c. Echelon 5 COs must designate individuals within their 

respective organizations to process line of duty determinations 

for victims of sexual assault when performing active service and 

IDT. These individuals must possess maturity and discretion and 

are specifically authorized to receive covered communications 
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for the purpose of determining line of duty status in cases of 

restricted reports. Completion of SAPR VA training by these 

individuals is highly recommended.

 d. In cases of restricted reports, line of duty

determinations must be made without the Service member being 

identified to the chain of command as a victim of sexual 

assault. 

 (1) The request for line of duty benefits, DD Form 261 

Report of Investigation Line of Duty and Misconduct Status, and 

the associated enclosures must be written, edited, and handled 

in a manner to preclude the CO from connecting an individual to 

the specific circumstances of the injury, illness, or disease. 

Line of duty requests for restricted reports must be marked and 

directed to remain within the possession of individuals with the 

ability to maintain covered communications (e.g., SARC, deployed 

resiliency counselor, SAPR VA, unit SAPR VA, victims’ legal 

counsel, healthcare provider, etc.).

 (2) The SARC may provide documentation that 

substantiates the victim’s duty status at the time of the 

incident as well the fact that a restricted report has been made 

to a designated official and documented via a DD Form 2910. 

 (3) The appropriate SARC will brief the person 

designated to process the line of duty determination on 

restricted reporting policies, exceptions to restricted 

reporting, and the limitations of disclosure of covered 

communications. 

 (4) The SARC and command-designated individual may 

consult with the servicing legal office or victims’ legal 

counsel in the same manner as other recipients of privileged 

information for assistance, exercising due care to protect 

covered communications by disclosing only non-personally 

identifiable information. Unauthorized disclosure may result in 

disciplinary action. 

 e. The modification of the line of duty process for 

restricted reporting does not extend to pay and allowances or 

travel and transportation incident to the healthcare 

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affirmatively change his or her reporting option to unrestricted 

on the DD Form 2910 in order to be considered for the full range 

of entitlements authorized. 

5. Expedited Transfer Requests

 a. Per references (i) and (k), transfer or reassignment of 

RC personnel may include: 

 (1) Provisions for performance of IDT on different 

weekends or dates than the alleged offender or with a different 

unit in the home drilling location in order to ensure undue 

burden of a transfer is not placed on the Service member and his 

or her family; or

 (2) A temporary or permanent transfer of either the 

victim or alleged offender from the assigned unit or command. 

 b. The reserve unit CO must endorse and forward Service 

member’s written expedited transfer request to the reserve 

command CO who will forward the request to the ISIC within 24 

hours of receipt of the transfer request. 

 c. The ISIC will forward the request within 72 hours of 

receipt either to COMNAVRESFORCOM if approval is recommended or 

to the first reserve flag officer in the chain of command if 

disapproval is recommended. 

 d. All correspondence related to expedited transfers (i.e., 

requests, approvals, denials, or withdrawals) must be forwarded 

to NAVPERSCOM (PERS-833) per reference (i).
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CHAPTER 10 

TRAINING 

1. General. SAPR training requirements apply to all Service 

members and DoD civilian personnel who supervise Service 

members, as prescribed in references (a) through (c). 

Commanders and managers responsible for training must require 

that all personnel (i.e., all Service members, DoD civilian 

personnel who supervise Service members, and other personnel as 

directed by the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and 

Readiness) are trained and that completion of training is 

documented. On a case-by-case basis and upon request, sexual 

assault victims may be permitted to accomplish mandatory SAPR 

training in alternate settings through SARCs, deployed 

resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, victims’ legal counsel, or 

other means as determined by the command. 

 a. SAPR training must provide personnel with Navy policy 

and information on available reporting options and the 

exceptions or limitations of each option. At a minimum, SAPR 

training must incorporate adult learning theory, including group 

facilitation and interaction. Ethical decision making will be 

incorporated in all training vignettes. Training will be 

scenario-based, using real-life situations to demonstrate the 

cycle of reporting, response, and accountability procedures and 

be updated annually. 

 b. All prevention education will use the standardized DoD

definitions, issued for training and education purposes. 

Service members, regardless of rank, must receive face-to-face 

annual sexual assault prevention and response training at the 

command level. 

 c. To ensure standardization and consistency throughout the 

Navy for military members and civilian employees, training 

developed or approved by NETC or CNIC must be utilized. SARCs, 

deployed resiliency counselors, SAPR VAs, and unit SAPR VAs are 

available to support unit SAPR POCs, who are responsible for 

ensuring the completion of SAPR training requirements.

 d. Use of non-standard supplemental training is authorized. 

Third party material must be vetted through the OJAG (Criminal 

Law Division (Code 20)) to ensure consistency with policy and 

messaging strategies. 
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 e. All Service members will receive SAPR training at the 

following career intervals: mandatory upon initial entry, upon 

commissioning, periodic, and throughout professional military 

education and leadership development training. The focus of 

this training is to ensure all personnel have a working 

knowledge of the spectrum of harm, risk reduction strategies, 

and the meaning of consent. Training should provide personnel 

with information on the reporting options available to them and 

the exceptions and limitations of each option. 

2. Requirements

 a. GMT must be the foundation of all SAPR training, must 

occur once a year, and is mandatory throughout the fleet to 

include recruiters, instructors, and members in a joint 

environment.

 b. The required subject matter for all other SAPR training 

must mirror the general training requirements and be appropriate 

to the Service member’s grade and commensurate with their level 

of responsibility. Training will include appropriate scenarios 

for the target population and clarify the nature of sexual 

assault in the military environment. The contents will include 

sexual assault policy, sexual assault victim resources and 

reporting options, and sexual assault prevention. 

 (1) Delayed entry recruits (e.g., future Sailors) must

complete initial entry SAPR training. 

 (2) All new accessions (officer and enlisted) must 

complete accessions training within 14 days of initial entrance 

to active duty or the member’s initial entrance into a duty 

status with a RC. The unit CO or civilian equivalent must be 

accountable for documenting training completion and data 

collection regarding the training. 

 (3) Military recruiter training must occur annually and 

mirror GMT requirements.

 (4) Training is required for civilians who supervise 

Service members and must occur annually.

 (5) Professional military education must occur during 

developmental courses throughout the military career. It will 
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provide increased details and analysis of the SAPR program; the 

necessity for immediate responses following a sexual assault; 

the lasting consequences of violence; misconceptions, facts, and 

trends regarding sexual assaults; the role of commanders and 

senior enlisted personnel in the SAPR program; protocols for 

unrestricted reports of sexual assault; and information 

regarding reprisal and retaliation and reporting procedures for 

allegations of reprisal and retaliation.

 (6) Sexual assault prevention and response training will 

be incorporated into leadership development training. 

Leadership development training will depend on the level of 

responsibility attained in the career continuum; emphasize the 

importance of command climate setting a tone of professionalism, 

respect and trust; focus on the sensitive handling of reports, 

and reporting options for victims; and leadership’s 

responsibility in prevention and response to sexual assault. 

 (a) Pre-command training completion is required 

prior to an individual’s assumption of a command position (e.g., 

officers who are selected for command, senior enlisted members). 

A SAPR training module will be included in the training for new 

or prospective commanders at all levels of command. The 

training will be tailored to the responsibilities and leadership 

requirements. The training subject matter must be appropriate 

to the level of responsibility and commensurate with level of 

command. Such training will include: 

 1. Fostering a command climate that does not 

tolerate sexual assault. 

 2. Fostering a command climate in which persons 

assigned to the command are encouraged to intervene to prevent 

potential incidents of sexual assault. 

 3. Fostering a command climate that encourages 

victims of sexual assault to report any incident of sexual 

assault. 

 4. Explaining of the potential needs of victims

and the resources available to victims after an incident of 

sexual assault. 
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 5. Explaining of the rights of alleged 

offenders and the resources available to alleged offenders upon 

receipt of a report of sexual assault. 

 6. Requiring use of MCIOs for the investigation 

of all alleged incidents of sexual assault. 

 7. Explaining available disciplinary options, 

including court-martial, NJP, administrative action, and 

deferral of discipline for collateral misconduct, as 

appropriate. 

 (b) Flag officer and senior executive service 

personnel training must occur at the initial executive level 

program training and annually thereafter. Deputy CNO (MPTE) 

(N1) is responsible for tracking data collection regarding the 

training. Required topics must be appropriate to the level of 

responsibility and commensurate with level of command. 

 (7) Pre- and post-deployment briefings are mandatory and 

normally provided by the operational commander or by FFSCs. 

Post-deployment reintegration training completion must be held 

within 30 days of a member’s return from operational deployment. 

Commanders of re-deploying personnel will ensure training 

completion and documentation. The training will emphasize 

available counseling and medical services, reporting options, 

eligibility benefits for AC and RC members, and Military Rule of 

Evidence 514. For the purposes of this SAPR training 

requirement, operational deployment is defined in OPNAVINST 

3000.13D.

 (8) To standardize services throughout the DoD, all Navy 

sexual assault responders must receive the same baseline 

training. These minimum training standards form the baseline on 

which specialized communities can build. First responders are

composed of personnel in the following disciplines or positions: 

SARCs; SAPR VAs; healthcare personnel; Navy law enforcement;

NCIS special agents; judge advocates; chaplains; firefighters;

and EMTs. Commanders and VWAP personnel can be first 

responders. Commanders receive their SAPR training separately.

Specific training requirements are listed in reference (a).
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 (a) NCIS Special Agents and Investigators. NCIS 

must ensure:

 1. Special agents and investigators are trained 

per references (a) and (f) to respond to and investigate 

allegations of sexual assault. 

 2. Selection of the special victim 

investigation and prosecution investigators is contingent on the 

completion of advanced specialized training. 

 (b) Judge Advocates and Prosecutors. Special victim 

investigation and prosecution prosecutors, assistant trial 

counsel, and other judge advocates conducting adult sexual 

assault cases must be trained at a minimum on the SAPR training 

criteria in reference (a). SAPR training, at a minimum, will 

incorporate adult learning theory, which includes interaction 

and group participation. Additionally, training for special 

victim investigation and prosecution prosecutors, at a minimum, 

will include: 

 1. The elements of proof for special victim 

investigation and prosecution offenses; 

 2. Effective interviewing techniques and the 

impact of trauma on memory; and

 3. Legal issues and sensitivities associated 

with sexual assault victims, child abuse victims, and victims of 

domestic violence. 
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APPENDIX A

DEFINITIONS 

1. Accessions Training. Training that a Service member 

receives upon initial entry into military service through basic 

military training. 

2. Certification. Refers to the process by which the 

Department credentials SARCs and SAPR VAs, assesses the 

effectiveness of sexual assault advocacy capabilities using a 

competencies framework, and evaluates and performs oversight 

over SARC and SAPR VA training. The certification criteria is 

established by the Department in consultation with subjectmatter experts. 

3. Collateral Misconduct. Victim misconduct that might be in 

time, place, or circumstance associated with the victim’s sexual 

assault incident. Collateral misconduct by the victim of a 

sexual assault is one of the most significant barriers to 

reporting assault because of the victim’s fear of punishment. 

Some reported sexual assaults involve circumstances where the 

victim may have engaged in some form of misconduct (e.g., 

underage drinking or other related alcohol offenses, adultery, 

fraternization, or other violations of certain regulations or 

orders). 

4. Consent. A freely given agreement to the conduct at issue 

by a competent person. An expression of lack of consent through 

words or conduct means there is no consent. Lack of verbal or 

physical resistance or submission resulting from the use of 

force, threat of force, or placing another person in fear does 

not constitute consent. A current or previous dating or social 

or sexual relationship by itself or the manner of dress of the 

person involved with the accused in the conduct at issue must

not constitute consent. A sleeping, unconscious, or incompetent 

person cannot consent. 

5. Credible Information. Information that, considering the 

source and nature of the information and the totality of the 

circumstances, is sufficiently believable to presume that the 

fact or facts in question are true. 
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6. Credible Report. Either a written or verbal report made in 

support of an expedited transfer that is determined to have 

credible information. 

7. Crisis Intervention. Emergency non-clinical care aimed at 

assisting victims in alleviating potential negative consequences 

by providing safety assessments and connecting victims to needed 

resources. Either the SARC or SAPR VA will intervene as quickly 

as possible to assess the victim’s safety and determine the 

needs of victims and connect them to appropriate referrals, as 

needed. 

8. Culturally-Competent Care. Care that provides culturally 

and linguistically appropriate services. 

9. Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID). A DoD 

database that captures and serves as the reporting source for 

all sexual assault data collected by the Services. 

10. DoD Safe Helpline. A crisis support service for victims of 

sexual assault in the DoD. The DoD Safe Helpline is available 

24/7 worldwide with “click, call, or text” user options for 

anonymous and confidential support. It can be accessed by 

logging on to www.safehelpline.org or by calling 1-877-995-5247, 

but does not replace local base and installation SARC or SAPR VA 

contact information. 

11. Emergency. A situation that requires immediate 

intervention to prevent the loss of life, limb, sight, or body 

tissue to prevent undue suffering. Regardless of appearance, a 

sexual assault victim needs immediate medical intervention to 

prevent loss of life or undue suffering resulting from physical 

injuries, internal or external, sexually transmitted infections, 

pregnancy, or psychological distress. Sexual assault victims 

will be given priority as emergency cases regardless of evidence 

of physical injury. 

12. Emergency Care. Emergency medical care includes physical 

and emergency psychological medical services and a SAFE 

consistent with reference (a).
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13. Executive Agent (EA). A term used to indicate a delegation 

of authority by the Secretary of Defense or Deputy Secretary of 

Defense to a subordinate to act on behalf of the Secretary of 

Defense. 

14. Final Disposition. Actions taken to resolve the reported 

incident, document case outcome, and address the misconduct by 

the alleged perpetrator, as appropriate. It includes, but is 

not limited to, military justice proceedings, NJP, or 

administrative actions, including separation actions taken in 

response to the offense, whichever is the most serious action 

taken. 

15. Gender-Responsive Care. Care that acknowledges and is 

sensitive to gender differences and gender-specific issues. 

16. Healthcare Personnel. Persons assisting or otherwise 

supporting healthcare personnel in providing healthcare services 

(e.g., administrative personnel assigned to a military MTF). 

This includes all healthcare providers.

17. Healthcare Provider. Those individuals who are employed or 

assigned as healthcare professionals, or are credentialed to 

provide healthcare services at an MTF, or who provide such care 

at a deployed location or otherwise in an official capacity. 

This also includes military personnel, DoD civilian employees, 

and DoD contractors who provide healthcare at an occupational 

health clinic for DoD civilian employees or DoD contractor 

personnel. Healthcare providers may include, but are not 

limited to: 

 a. Licensed physicians practicing in the MHS with clinical 

privileges in obstetrics and gynecology, emergency medicine, 

family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics, urology, general 

medical officer, undersea medical officer, flight surgeon, or 

those having clinical privileges to perform pelvic examinations. 

 b. Licensed advanced practice registered nurses practicing 

in the MHS with clinical privileges in adult health, family 

health, midwifery, women’s health, or those having clinical 

privileges to perform pelvic examinations. 
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 c. Licensed physician assistants practicing in the MHS with 

clinical privileges in adult, family, women’s health, or those 

having clinical privileges to perform pelvic examinations. 

 d. Licensed registered nurses practicing in the MHS who 

meet the requirements for performing a SAFE as determined by the 

local privileging authority. This additional capability should

be noted as a competency, not as a credential or privilege. 

 e. A psychologist, social worker or psychotherapist 

licensed and privileged to provide mental health care or other 

counseling services in a DoD or DoD-sponsored facility. 

18. Installation. A base, camp, post, station, yard, center, 

homeport facility for any ship, or other activity under the 

jurisdiction of the DoD, including any leased facility. It does 

not include any facility used primarily for civil works, rivers 

and harbors projects, flood control, or other projects not under 

the primary jurisdiction or control of the DoD.

19. Installation Commander. Commander of a base, camp, post, 

station, yard, center, homeport facility for any ship, or other 

activity under the jurisdiction of the DoD, including any leased 

facility. It does not include any facility used primarily for 

civil works, rivers and harbors projects, flood control, or 

other projects not under the primary jurisdiction or control of 

the DoD.

20. Law Enforcement. Includes all DoD law enforcement units, 

security forces, and MCIOs. 

21. Medical Care. Includes physical and psychological medical 

services. 

22. Medical Treatment Facility (MTF). A facility established 

for the purpose of furnishing medical and dental care to 

eligible individuals. 

23. Military Criminal Investigative Organization (MCIO). The 

U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, NCIS, and Air Force 

Office of Special Investigations. 
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24. Military Services. The term, as used in the SAPR program, 

includes Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, RCs, and their 

respective military academies.

25. Non-Participating Victim. Victim choosing not to 

participate in the military justice system. 

26. Non-Personally Identifiable Information. Non-personally 

identifiable information includes those facts and circumstances 

surrounding the sexual assault incident or that information 

about the individual that enables the identity of the individual 

to remain anonymous. In contrast, personally identifiable 

information is information belonging to the victim and alleged 

assailant of a sexual assault that would disclose or have a 

tendency to disclose the person’s identity.

27. Personally Identifiable Information. Includes the person’s 

name, other particularly identifying descriptions (e.g., 

physical characteristics or identity by position, rank, or 

organization), or other information about the person or the 

facts and circumstances involved that could reasonably be 

understood to identify the person (e.g., a female in a 

particular squadron or unaccompanied housing when there is only 

one female assigned). 

28. Qualifying Conviction. A State or Federal conviction, or a 

finding of guilty in a juvenile adjudication, for a felony crime 

of sexual assault and any general or special court-martial 

conviction for a UCMJ offense, which otherwise meets the 

elements of a crime of sexual assault, even though not 

classified as a felony or misdemeanor within the UCMJ. In 

addition, any offense that requires registration as a sex 

offender is a qualifying conviction. 

29. Recovery-Oriented Care. Focus on the victim and on doing 

what is necessary and appropriate to support victim recovery and 

also, if a Service member, to support that Service member to be 

fully mission capable and engaged. 

30. Reprisal. Taking or threatening to take an unfavorable 

personnel action, or withholding or threatening to withhold a 

favorable personnel action, or any other act of retaliation, 

against a Service member for making, preparing, or receiving a 

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31. Reserve Component (RC). The Military Services RC consists 

of the Army National Guard of the United States, the Army 

Reserve, the Navy Reserve, the Marine Corps Reserve, the Air 

National Guard of the United States, the Air Force Reserve, and 

the Coast Guard Reserve. 

32. Respond, Response, or Response Capability. All locations, 

including deployed areas, have a 24/7 sexual assault response 

capability. The SARC must be notified, respond, or direct a 

SAPR VA to respond, assign a SAPR VA, and offer the victim 

healthcare treatment and a SAFE. In geographic locations where 

there is no SARC onsite, the on-call SAPR VA will respond, offer 

the victim healthcare treatment and a SAFE, and immediately 

notify the SARC of the sexual assault. The initial response is 

generally composed of personnel in the following disciplines or 

positions: SARCs, SAPR VAs, healthcare personnel, law 

enforcement, and MCIOs. Other responders are judge advocates, 

chaplains, and commanders. When victims are geographically 

detached from a military installation, the SARC or SAPR VA will 

refer to local civilian providers or the DoD Safe Helpline for 

resources. 

33. Responders. Includes first responders, who are generally 

composed of personnel in the following disciplines or positions: 

SARCs, SAPR VAs, healthcare personnel, law enforcement, and 

MCIOs. Other responders are judge advocates, chaplains, and 

commanders, but they are usually not first responders. 

34. Restricted Reporting. Reporting option that allows sexual 

assault victims to confidentially disclose the assault to 

specified individuals (i.e., SARC, SAPR VA, or healthcare 

personnel), per the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on 

Violence Against Women, “A National Protocol for Sexual Assault 

Medical Forensic Examinations, Adults/Adolescents,” and receive 

medical treatment, including emergency care, counseling, and 

assignment of a SARC and SAPR VA, without triggering an official 

investigation. The victim’s report provided to healthcare 

personnel (including the information acquired from a SAFE kit), 

SARCs, or SAPR VAs will not be reported to law enforcement or to 

the command to initiate the official investigative process 

unless the victim consents or an established exception applies 

per reference (a). The restricted reporting program option

applies to Service members and their military dependents 18 

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entitled to restricted reporting, see eligibility criteria in 

reference (a). Only a SARC, SAPR VA, or healthcare personnel 

may receive a restricted report, previously referred to as 

confidential reporting. 

35. Re-Victimization. A pattern in which the victim of abuse 

or crime has a statistically higher tendency to be victimized 

again, either shortly thereafter or much later in adulthood in 

the case of abuse as a child. This latter pattern is 

particularly notable in cases of sexual abuse. 

36. Service member. An active duty member of a Military 

Service. In addition, NG and RC members who are sexually 

assaulted when performing active service, as defined in section 

101(d)(3) of Title 10, U.S.C., and IDT.

37. Sexual Assault. Intentional sexual contact characterized 

by the use of force, threats, intimidation, or abuse of 

authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. As 

used in this instruction, the term includes a broad category of 

sexual offenses consisting of the following specific UCMJ 

offenses: rape, sexual assault, aggravated sexual contact, 

abusive sexual contact, forcible sodomy (forced oral or anal 

sex), or attempts to commit these offenses. 

38. Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Kit. The 

medical and forensic examination kit used to ensure controlled 

procedures and safekeeping of any bodily specimens in a sexual 

assault case. The victim’s SAFE kit is treated as a 

confidential communication when conducted as part of a 

restricted report. 

39. Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate 

(SAPR VA). A person who, as a VA, provides non-clinical crisis 

intervention, referral, and ongoing non-clinical support to 

adult sexual assault victims. Support will include providing 

information on available options and resources to victims. The 

SAPR VA, on behalf of the sexual assault victim, provides 

liaison assistance with other organizations and agencies on 

victim care matters and reports directly to the SARC when 

performing victim advocacy duties. Personnel who are interested 

in serving as a SAPR VA are encouraged to volunteer for this 

duty assignment. 
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40. Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC). The single POC

at an installation or within a geographic area who oversees 

sexual assault awareness, prevention, and response training; 

coordinates medical treatment, including emergency care, for 

victims of sexual assault; and tracks the services provided to a 

victim of sexual assault from the initial report through final 

disposition and resolution. 

41. Special Victims’ Counsel. Attorneys who are assigned to 

provide legal assistance per section 1716 of the National 

Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 and Service 

regulations. The Air Force, Army, NG, and Coast Guard refer to 

these attorneys as “special victims’ counsel.” The Navy and 

Marine Corps refer to these attorneys as “victims’ legal 

counsel.”

42. Unrestricted Reporting. A process that an individual 

covered by this policy uses to disclose, without requesting 

confidentiality or restricted reporting, that he or she is the 

victim of a sexual assault. Under these circumstances, the 

victim’s report provided to healthcare personnel, the SARC, a 

SAPR VA, command authorities, or other persons is reported to 

law enforcement and may be used to initiate the official 

investigative process. 

43. Victim. A person who asserts direct physical, emotional, 

or pecuniary harm as a result of the commission of a sexual 

assault. The term encompasses all persons 18 and over eligible 

to receive treatment in military medical treatment facilities; 

however, the restricted reporting program option applies to 

Service members and their military dependents 18 years of age 

and older. 

44. Victims’ Legal Counsel. Attorneys who are assigned to 

provide legal assistance per section 1716 of the National 

Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 and Service 

regulations. The Air Force, Army, NG, and Coast Guard refer to 

these attorneys as special victims’ counsels. The Navy and 

Marine Corps refer to these attorneys as victims’ legal 

counsels.
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APPENDIX B

ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS 

AC Active Component 

AOR area of responsibility 

BUMED Bureau of Medicine and Surgery 

CFT cross-functional team 

CHINFO Navy Office of Information 

CMG case management group

CNIC Commander, Navy Installations Command 

CNO Chief of Naval Operations 

CO commanding officer 

COMNAVRESFORCOM Commander, Navy Reserve Forces Command 

COMPACFLT Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet Command 

COMUSFLTFORCOM Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command 

COMUSNAVEUR COMUSNAVAF Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, 

 U.S. Naval Forces Africa 

CONUS continental United States 

DoD Department of Defense 

DON Department of the Navy 

D-SAACP DoD Sexual Assault Advocate 

 Certification Program 

DSAID Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database

EA executive agent 

EMT emergency medical technician 
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FAP Family Advocacy Program 

FFSC fleet and family support center 

GMT general military training 

IDT inactive duty training 

IPT integrated product team 

ISIC immediate superior in command 

LEA law enforcement agency 

MCIO military criminal investigative 

 organization

MHS Military Health System 

MOA memorandum of agreement 

MOU memorandum of understanding

MPTE Manpower, Personnel, Training, and 

 Education

MTF medical treatment facility 

NAC national agency check 

NAVPERSCOM Navy Personnel Command 

NCIS Naval Criminal Investigative Service 

NETC Naval Education and Training Command 

NG National Guard 

NJP nonjudicial punishment 

NOSC Navy operational support center 

OCONUS outside of the continental United States
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OJAG Office of the Judge Advocate General 

OIC officer in charge 

OPREP operational report 

PCS permanent change of station 

POC point of contact 

PM program manager 

PRP personnel reliability program 

RC Reserve Component 

ROTC Reserve Officer Training Corps

RP religious program specialist 

SAFE sexual assault forensic examination 

SAPR sexual assault prevention and response 

SAPRO sexual assault prevention and response 

 office

SARC sexual assault response coordinator 

SITREP situation report 

SJA staff judge advocate 

UCMJ Uniform Code of Military Justice 

VA victim advocate 

VTC video teleconference 

VWAP victim witness assistance program 

XO executive officer