Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault Prevention

Something To Think About A friendly appearance can be deceiving; in fact, it may be a tool used by criminals to gain your trust Remember, at least 80% of all rapes are committed by acquaintances. (Butler county Rape Crisis Program)

Nebraska State Statutes Sexual Assault First Degree Any person who subjects another person to sexual penetration (a) without the consent of the victim, (b) who knew or should have known that the victim was mentally or physically incapable of resisting or appraising the nature of his or her conduct, or (c) when the actor is nineteen years of age or older and the victim is at least twelve but less than sixteen years of age is guilty of sexual assault in the first degree. Sexual Assault Second Degree Any person who subjects another person to sexual contact (a) without consent of the victim, or (b) Who knew or should have known that the victim was physically or mentally incapable of resisting or appraising the nature of his or her conduct is guilty of sexual assault in either the second degree or third degree. Sexual Assault shall be in the second degree if the actor shall have caused serious personal injury to victim. Sexual Assault Third Degree Any person who subjects another person to sexual contact (a) without consent of the victim, or (b) Who knew or should have known that the victim was physically or mentally incapable of resisting or appraising the nature of his or her conduct is guilty of sexual assault in either the second degree or third degree. Sexual Assault shall be in the third degree if the actor shall not have caused serious personal injury to the victim.

UNKSexual Misconduct Policy The university is committed to providing an institutional environment where all persons may pursue their studies, careers, duties and activities in an atmosphere free of threat of unwelcome and unwanted sexual actions. UNK will not tolerate any form of sexual misconduct. Sexual activities should be explicitly agreed upon by all parties involved in the act. Verbal communication of non-consent, nonverbal acts of resistance or mental impairment of the victim will constitute lack of consent. Sexual assault includes sexual penetration or sexual contact by intentional touching another’s intimate parts or the clothing covering these parts.

UNK Drug and AlcoholPolicyThe illegal possession, use or distribution of drugs or alcohol by any persons is a violation of university rules as well as state and federal laws. Officers of the University cooperate with State and Federal agencies in the prevention of drug abuse. University Police Officers enforce all Nebraska laws and university policies concerning the purchase, possession, consumption, sale and storage of alcoholic beverages and drugs

What Are "Date Rape" Drugs?These drugs are powerful and dangerous. They can be slipped into your drink when you are not looking. The drugs often have no color, smell, or taste, so you can't tell if you are being drugged. The drugs can make you become weak and confused — or even pass out — so that you are unable to refuse sex or defend yourself. If you are drugged, you might not remember what happened while you were drugged.Date rape drugs are used on both females and males.

What do “Date Rape” Drugs Look Like?

“Date Rape” Drugs More common of the drugs used in sexual assault: Rohypnol Street names for include Roofies, R2, Roofenol, Roche, Roachies, La Rocha, Rope, Rib, Circles, Mexican Valium, Roach-2, Roopies, Ropies, Forget Pill, Trip-and-Fall and Mind Erasers. GHB (GBL) Street names for include Grievous Bodily Harm, Liquid G, Liquid Ecstasy, Somatomax, Cherry Meth, Easy Lay and Gamma 10. Ketamine Street names for include Special K, Ket and K, Vitamin K, Kit Kat, Keller, Cat Valium, Purple and Super C.

Rohypnol A hypnotic sedative is ten times more powerful than Valium (narcotic). It previously came in the form of a white, dime-sized pill that quickly dissolves in liquids and has no taste or odor. The maker of Rohypnol, has changed the makeup of the drug because it has been used to commit sexual assault. The newer form of Rohypnol now dissolves more slowly and releases a blue dye. It may color light-colored drinks and give a cloudy appearance to darker drinks. Potential Effects: lower blood pressure sleepiness muscle relaxation or loss of muscle control visual disturbances loss of consciousness problems talking inability to remember what happened while drugged nausea

GHB GHB is a sedative. It is usually homemade and sold on the black market. It is a colorless, odorless substance that comes in many forms including pill, powder, and most commonly, liquid. GHB sometimes has a salty taste. Potential Effects: drowsiness dizziness slow heart rate nausea loss of consciousness inability to remember what happened while drugged seizures coma, death

Ketamine A powerful anesthetic used mainly by veterinarians, although it can be used as a human anesthetic in low doses. The powder form of Ketamine can be snorted, mixed into drinks, or smoked; the liquid form can be injected, mixed into drinks, or applied to smoking materials. Potential Effects: hallucinations lost sense of time and identity agitation, aggressive or violent behavior convulsions loss of consciousness loss of coordination potentially fatal respiratory failure

Alcohol Body Language Don't make assumptions about this. With too much alcohol in your system you might find yourself reading into a person's actions and misunderstanding the body language. When it comes to sex, guess work can get you into all kinds of trouble. You can never assume that just because a person has expressed an interest that you have the green light to take it as far as you want to. Remember that drinking impairs judgment. If a person has been drinking, his or her judgment and communication skills will not be at their highest either. Don't let your interpretations of body language take the place of true understanding of a person's intentions and limits.

Alcohol GOING TOO FAR If you're too drunk to understand a person trying to say "No" If you're too drunk to listen and respect a person trying to say "No" If you have sex with a person who is incapable of giving consent It’s a Sexual Assault!

Alcohol and Rape Though never an excuse or cause for rape, alcohol can be part of the equation. Alcohol can affect both men and women, but most importantly, it also affects those skills that can protect a person from being involved in a sexual assault. In particular, there are four useful skills and those skills form the word RAPE. Realize what situations place you in danger of committing rape or being a victim of rape. Avoid and manage conflicts with partners and intimates. Perceive clearly what others are doing. Establish and communicate your desires and limits about sex.

Indicators That You May Have Been Drugged Each victim is unique and will experience the effects of having been drugged differently. The following are warning signs that you or someone you know may have been drugged. Warning Signs - when the drugs are taking effect: appearance of being heavily intoxicated, often out of proportion to how much the victim has actually had to drink feelings of intoxication that come on very quickly nausea, dizziness, disorientation, and decreased inhibition heaviness or paralysis in the arms and legs tunnel vision. Warning Signs - when the effects of drugs are wearing/have worn off: feeling sick, similar to an extreme hangover loss of memory of what happened just before waking up amnesia - no memory of anything that happened after taking a drink signs of possibly having been assaulted - waking up with clothes put on differently, in a strange place, etc.

What To Do If You Think You May Have Been Drugged As a victim of drugging and/or of a drug-facilitated sexual assault, you have many options regarding the type of assistance you may want. These options fall into three categories - medical assistance, counseling services, and assistance from the police and/or university. It is important that you get to a place where you feel safe and can talk to a person about what happened. For anyone 17 years and younger, the sexual assault has to be mandatory reported. Telling someone does not commit you to filing a formal report or to prosecuting the perpetratorfor those 18 years and older. The use of these drugs and sexual assault, committed with the use of these drugs or not, are both criminal and University offenses.

Ummm…. Now what?

After the Sexual Assault Receiving Medical Attention. It is vital for a victim of sexual assault to receive medical attention, regardless of his or her decision to report the crime to the police. For the victim’s health and self-protection, it is important to be checked and treated for possible injuries, even if none are visible. Importance of DNA. Preserving DNA evidence is a key tool for law enforcement’s investigation and prosecution of a sexual assault case. It is used to prove that a sexual assault occurred and to show that the defendant is the source of biological material left on the victim’s body. Preserving & Collecting Forensic Evidence. A forensic medical exam may be performed at a hospital or other healthcare facility, by a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE), sexual assault forensic examiner (SAFE) or another medical professional.

Effects of a Sexual Assault Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Substance Abuse. Self-Harm / Self-Injury. Depression. Sexually Transmitted Infections. Pregnancy. Flashbacks. Sleep Disorders. Eating Disorders. Suicide.

Recovery Receiving Medical Attention. It is vital for a victim of sexual assault to receive medical attention, regardless of his or her decision to report the crime to the police. Preserving & Collecting Forensic Evidence. A forensic medical exam may be performed at a hospital or other healthcare facility, by a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE), sexual assault forensic examiner (SAFE) or another medical professional. Help a Loved One. There are many ways that you can help a friend or family member who has been raped or sexually assaulted. Self-Care for Friends and Family Members. If a loved one has been assaulted you may have many questions and emotions on your mind. This is normal. Seeing someone you love in pain can lead to a wide range of feelings. Self Care for Survivors .The following are steps you can take to help take care of yourself as you recover from the assault that you experienced. What Should I do? Important steps to follow after you have been sexually assaulted from finding a safe place to being tested for STI's and pregnancy. Safety Planning. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or is in an abusive relationship, there are things to consider when thinking about safety.

How to Protect Yourself

Home SafetyChange the locks on doors and windowsKeep windows and doors locked, even when you are at home Select an apartment with a security systemInstall outside lighting system (with motion detectors)Do not prop doors or windowsClose blinds/curtains at nightKeep car doors locked, even in your own driveway or garage

PartiesTry not to leave your drink unattendedAvoid group drinks like punch bowlsCover your drink. It is easy to slip in a small pill even while you are holding your drink. If you feel extremely tired or drunk for no apparent reason, you may have been drugged.Find your friends and ask them to leave with you as soon as possibleIf you suspect you have been drugged, go to a hospital and ask to be tested Keep track of how many drinks you have hadTry to come and leave with a group of people you trustIf someone asks for your number, take his/her number instead of giving out yours

Walking on CampusMake sure your cell phone is easily accessible and fully chargedBe familiar where emergency phones are located on the campusTake major, public paths rather than less populated shortcutsAvoid dimly lit places and talk to campus services if lights need to be installed in an areaAvoid putting music headphones in both ears so that you can be more aware of your surroundings, especially if you are walking alone. Walking back from the library very late at night is sometimes unavoidable, so try to walk with a friend, or contact UNKPD for a SAFEWALKCarry a noisemaker (like a whistle) on your keychainCarry a small flashlight on your keychainIf you feel uncomfortable walking on campus, call UNKPD. UNK does have 10 emergency phones throughout campus, along with the SAFEWALK PROGRAM.

Dorm Room SafetyLock your door when you go to sleep and when you are not in the roomKeep your window locked (especially if it ‘s ground level)If people constantly prop open the main dorm door, talk to an authority about itIf your dorm has an elevator, try to stay near the button dashboardAlso, if you feel threatened, you can push the button for the next floor and leave immediately instead of waiting for the elevator to reach the floor where you live Avoid isolated areas (stairways, laundry rooms, basement, etc.) when you are alone

Important Contacts On Campus UNKPD 308-627-4811 (24hr cell) UNKPD 308-865-8517 (office) Safe Walk 308-224-0853 or 308-236-2488 Counseling 308-865-8248 (office hours) 308-224-4956 (after hours, urgent) Anonymous Reporting http://www.unk.edu/offices/Police/UNK_Silent_Witness

Important contactsOff Campus Buffalo Co. Sheriff’s Dept.308-236-8555 Kearney Police Dept. 308-237-2104 Crime Stoppers308-237-3424 SAFE Center 308-237-2599 Buddy System/Kearney Cab 308-234-6725 EMERGENCY DIAL 911

Resources RAINN www.rainn.org National Institute of Justice www.nij.gov

Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault Prevention