Immediately afterwards:



  • Call . If you are in immediate danger, dial 911 and help will arrive.

  • Be in a safe place. Call the direct line of your local police station or visit the station in person (you can find a station near you here). If you are on a college campus you may also be able to contact campus-based law enforcement.

  • Visit a medical center (find the nearest one here). If you are being treated for injuries resulting from sexual assault, tell a medical professional that you wish to report the crime. You can also choose to have a sexual assault forensic exam.

  • To find an appropriate local health facility that is prepared to care for survivors, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline .