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Date Rape: legal advice
(what to do if you have been drugged and 'date raped')

1. Write Everything Down.

Despite the fact that you may be very confused, it is a good idea to write down everything you can remember concerning what happened. Times, dates, places, everything no matter how vague it may seem. If possible write down the names or descriptions of everyone you think was involved. Try to remember what clothing was worn, what words were said, and any details about the location.

As time passes your memory will become clearer, continue to write things down as and when you remember them.

Do not allow anyone to hypnotise you, or to suggest to you what might have happened. This could be used as a defense by your rapist.

2. Medical Advice

Despite the fact that you may be in a state of shock, do not let a doctor give you any form of sedative as it could confuse any forensic evidence which may help to support your story.

3. The Police.

The police find drug related rape cases very difficult and it is important that they accept you as a credible victim. A confused approach might be misinterpreted by them.

Do not go to the police by yourself. Go to your family solicitor or call Lindsay Wood on the Roofies Foundation helpline number (0800 783 2980) who will be able to advise and recommend one to you. Alternatively contact the Law Society who can recommend someone to you. If you would rather go with a parent or a member of your family let them read this information first.

Insist that the Police Doctor examines you thoroughly , taking swabs from every aspect of your body. You may not know where you have been abused.

4. Personal Hygiene.

If you have had a shower or a bath, don't worry, this does not destroy DNA testing. But whatever you do, if you have voluntary sex before you are examined, tell the doctor your partners name so it can be eliminated.

Do not perm or colour your hair but ask the police surgeon to take forensic samples. It is thought that traces of date rape drugs can be found in hair and in nails.

In order to ensure that the evidence and your memory of the attack is first hand, consider counseling only after you have given the police as full a report of the attack as you can.

When you are ready ask your family doctor to refer you to a councilor or psychiatrist who specialises in sexual abuse.

More info: (UK) Roofie Foundation 0800 7832980


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Special note:
This site is all about harm reduction. We realise that some people will take drugs no matter what advice they are given, so we have reproduced this guide for information purposes only. It is not medical advice. If you are being coerced into taking drugs, or are in any doubt about taking a substance, our advice is to always refuse.


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