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    If you’ve experienced sexual violence, you are not alone and you don’t need to figure it out by yourself. 

    Sexual violence includes any sexual activity that happens without your consent.
    We offer free, confidential legal support and advice to help you understand your options and what to do next.

    To talk to a lawyer, you can call 1300 366 424 or use our online chat. 

    You don’t have to be sure, and you don’t have to report anything to talk to us.
    If you are not ready, you can  and how to get help. 

    How we can help 

    Our lawyers specialise in sexual violence and are here to help you understand your options in a safe, respectful way.
    We can help you to:

    • identify when sexual violence has happened 
    • understand your legal options 
    • understand what is involved in making a police report and support you to do sounderstand legal terms and processes 
    • navigate the justice system if you choose 
    • navigate other legal or wellbeing matters you might be experiencing.

    You don’t have to report to the Police to talk to us. 
    You can contact us even if you unsure about what happened was sexual violence, or even if it happened a long time ago. 

    What is sexual violence? 

    Sexual violence includes any sexual activity that happens without a person’s consent. It can involve a wide range of behaviours.

    • it occurs when consent to a sexual act is not freely given or obtained or is withdrawn, or when a person is unable to consent due to their age or other factors
    • it occurs any time a person is forced, coerced or manipulated into any sexual activity
    • it can include sexualised touching, rape, sexual harassment, or coercing someone to watch pornography
    • it can occur online, by sharing or threatening to share intimate pictures of someone without their consent
    • it can happen without physical assault or injury. It may include an attempted assault. There may or may not be force or threats.

    What is consent? 

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    Sharing or threatening to share intimate images 

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    Frequently asked questions

    No. You don’t have to report to Police to talk to us.
    You can get advice and decide what feels right for you.

    You don’t have to report to the Police to talk to us. 
    You can contact us even if you unsure about what happened was sexual violence, or even if it happened a long time ago. 

    Anyone who has experienced sexual violence in South Australia. It might have been recent or a long time ago.

    Yes. You can talk to us knowing your information is kept private and confidential.
    You will be connected with a lawyer who will talk to you and listen without judgement.
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    Contact us

    Call our Free Legal Helpline

    1300 366 424
    Open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

    Chat to us online via Legal Chat

    In an emergency:

    If you are in immediate danger call 000.
    For emergency counselling and support, contact 1800 RESPECT for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 737 732.

    We embrace diversity and welcome all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.


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