Incest Sexual activity between family members or someone who may not be a related family member but is seen as part of the family. Marital Rape Forced sexual activity in a marital relationship. In New York State a person can be prosecuted for the rape of a spouse. The examination provided after a sexual assault that includes treatment and documentation of injuries, testing for sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy, provision of prophylactic medication and collection of forensic evidence. Evidence is only collected within 72 hours of the assault.
Medical care is always appropriate.
If you are unsure about whether or not you want to obtain medical care, please call your nearest rape crisis program for assistance. Non-offending parents Generally refers to the parent that did not commit the crime against their child. This term is generally used in cases of child abuse or sexual abuse. This term is used to describe the reactions that one may have to a life-threatening event of which rape is one. These reactions can include but are not limited to flashbacks, nightmares, problems with sleeping, changes in appetite, etc.