Frequently Asked Questions

 Who may make a restricted report?

• Title 32 or Traditional Drilling Status
• Inactive Duty for Training (IDT)
• Annual Training
• Active Duty Operational Support (less than 30 days)
• Title 10, Active Duty
• Title 32, Active Guard/Reserve (AGR)
• Title 32, ADOS (more than 30 days)

I am a Military Technician in Technician Status what am I eligible for?

• Confidential referral
• Limited reporting
• Benefits determined by Technician insurance benefits
• Workman’s Compensation may be available if sexual assault occurred during duty hours
• Employee Assistance Program
• Military One Source

I am on State Active Duty (state emergency/disaster response) what am I eligible for?

• Limited state benefits defined by state law
• Workman's Compensation
• Military One Source
• NOT eligible for TRICARE Reserve Select

I am a Veteran Returning from Active Duty to Title 32 what am I eligible for?

• LOD Benefits
• Transitional Assistance Management Program benefits
• VA Medical Benefits
• Military One Source

What are some Civilian Resources that are available?

• Local Rape Crisis Centers
• SANE/SAFE services paid for by law enforcement (check state laws)
• Victim Assistance and Compensation Program (check state laws)
• National Association of Crime Victim Compensation Boards (www.nacvcb.org/statelinks.html)
• National Sexual Violence Resource Center (www.nsvrc.org)
• TRICARE Reserve Select (if purchased)
• Other Health Insurance

Who must I report to it is to be kept restricted?

• SARC
• VA
• Chaplain
• Healthcare Provider

What are some disadvantages to Restricted Reporting?

• No investigation
• Nothing will happen to the accused
• Accused will remain in a position to likely sexually assault others
• Military Protective Orders are not available to victim
• Separating the Victim from the Accused is not available
• Will not be able to discuss with anyone else or it would then void protection offered under restricted reporting

Are there any excepting to restricted reporting?

• If a victim consents in writing to allow information to be disclosed to commander/law enforcement
• Command and Law Enforcement will be notified in cases whenever there is a serious or imminent threat
• Disability Boards will receive certain information to determine fitness for duty or retirement disability
• SARC, VA and Healthcare providers can share information among each other as needed to facilitate supervision/coordination of victim services and treatment
• Military and civilian courts or judges may order release of information (e.g., cases of mandatory reporting for child abuse or domestic violence).
• You can change your reporting to unrestricted if you change your mind
• You cannot go back to Restricted after you select Unrestricted

Why would an investigation of a Restricted Report happen?

• Commander receives information from a source independent of the restricted reporting avenue
• Victim discloses circumstances of the sexual assault to someone other than the VA, SARC, Chaplain, or Healthcare provider

Would the SARC, VA or healthcare provider disclose during an investigation?

• The only way is if the victim authorized the disclosure in writing
• Or another exception applies
• Disclosure will be limited to that necessary to satisfy the purpose of the disclosure.
• Further disclosure will not be made unless the victim authorizes the disclosure in writing

Why do I have to sign the Victim Reporting Preference Statement?

• A tool available to help both the VA and the victim begin to focus on the reporting options available to the victim
• Show the implications associated with each of them
• Mandatory DoD form that all victims will be required to sign when presenting for treatment of a sexual assault
• The VA is responsible for going over and explaining each item on the form
• Victim will be provided a copy of the form
• If victim refuses to sign it could result in an automatic unrestricted report
• A refusal would notify the command and the criminal investigative organization

What should I do if I am sexually assaulted?

• Go to a safe location away from the attacker
• If you need immediate medical treatment dial 911
• If you are in life threatening danger dial 911
• Call a SARC immediately
• If you don't know who your SARC use the Resource Finder
• If your State SARC is not available contact the NGB Hotline- 866-601-0577
• Call Military One Source Conus -800-342-9647 (Tell them you are National Guard)
• Call Military One Source OConus – 484-530-5908 (COLLECT)
• Preserve the evidence
  • Do not change your clothes or shower (could be used for evidence)
  • Do not clean the room or assault site
  • Do not eat, drink or brush your teeth
  • Do not urinate
• Seek medical attention if necessary
• Even if you do not have any visible physical injuries, you may be at risk of becoming pregnant or acquiring a sexually transmitted disease.
• Go to a medical treatment facility and ask for a SANE Nurse (specifically for sexual assault)
• Have a sexual assault forensic exam (safe) done (evidence against subject)
• If you suspect you had been drugged, request that a urine sample be collected.
• Ask for a Victim Advocate (can be assigned from different unit or service)
• If you are Deployed as for a SARC or VA at the nearest clinic

• If on Active Duty, click here and select button that says "Search the SARC Roster for contact information"

What if I was assaulted two days ago or even longer?

• Call a SARC immediately
• If you don’t know who your SARC is call NGB Hotline- 866-601-0577
• Call Military One Source Conus -800-342-9647 (Tell them you are National Guard)
• Call Military One Source OConus – 484-530-5908 (COLLECT)
• Seek medical attention if necessary
• Ask for a Victim Advocate (can be assigned from different unit or service)
• If you are Deployed as for a SARC or VA at the clinic

What will the Victim Advocate (VA) provide

• Provide Crisis Intervention
• Ensure victim receives medical, counseling services
• Referrals
• Ongoing non-clinical support
• Policy/Process Guidance
• Statement of Understanding
• Facilitates Monthly Status Updates
• 24/7 Response
• Victim Preference Statement DD Form 2910 with Reporting Options you are eligible for
• Help as long as you need it

What can a Chaplain provide for me?

• Privileged communications
• Not allowed entitlement of restricted reporting
• They will not breech covered communications
• If Victim wants restricted/unrestricted case they must then speak with a SARC

What does the Health Care Provider (HCP) do?

• HCP will not breech confidentiality with patients
• HCP will report an incident that has occurred to the SARC
• If the victim wants a restricted or unrestricted case they must speak with a SARC

Who can I contact from my state?

Use the Resource Finder and find the state you are in

What if I can’t contact someone from my state who can I call?

1-866-601-0577 NGB SAPR HOTLINE

Who can I contact at the National Guard Bureau?

1-866-601-0577 NGB SAPR HOTLINE or Email (NOT 24/7) .