Restricted Report
Eligibility
- Active duty military personnel of the Armed Forces
- Members of Reserve
- Members of the National Guard
- Adult dependents of active duty military members
- DAF Civilian Employees
Report To
- SARC
- SAPR VA
- Volunteer Victim Advocate (VVA)
- Military Treatment Facilities
- Victim Counsel (VC)
- Chaplain
Resources
- Access to medical, advocacy, legal (including VC), and counseling services
- May receive the Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE)
- Control the release of personal information
- May convert to an Unrestricted Report at any time
Unrestricted Report
Eligibility
- Active duty military personnel of the Armed Forces
- Members of Reserve
- Members of the National Guard
- Adult dependents of active duty military members
- DAF Civilian Employees
- OCONUS All DoD Civilians
Report To
- Chain of Command
- Law Enforcement
- AFOSI
- SARC
- SAPR VA
- Volunteer Victim Advocate (VVA)
- Military Treatment Facilities
Resources
- Access to medical, advocacy, legal (including VC), and counseling services
- May receive the Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE)
- Command Support
- May apply for a Military Protective Order and/or Civilian Protective Order
- May request an Expedited Transfer or reassignment
- Investigative and Judicial process allows for offender accountability
What is CONSENT?
"Consent is a freely given agreement to the conduct at issue by a competent person.” (DoDD 6495.01)
Consent Looks Like:
Communication – honest, open, and continuous
Changing one’s mind at anytime
Positive or Affirmative consent: “Yes” or “I am open to…”
Consent does NOT Look Like:
Refusing to acknowledge no
Someone being under the legal age of consent, as defined by the state
Someone being incapacitated because of drugs or alcohol
Pressuring someone into sexual activity by using fear or intimidation
Victims' Counsel
What Can Victims' Counsel do for Sexual Assault victims/survivors:
The Victims' Counsel is an office dedicated to the advocacy of victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Provides victim-centered legal advice and representation throughout the military justice and administrative process to eligible victims. The Victims’ Counsel office can also provide CONFIDENTIAL consultations to victims of interpersonal violence (workplace violence/bullying, sexual harassment, hazing involving physical abuse and family/non dating violence). If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the individuals below.
Provide confidential legal advice
Protect victim/survivor rights and privacy interests
Advocate victim/survivor voice & choice
Advise victim/survivor on the investigation and prosecution process
Represent victim/survivor in interviews, hearings, and military trials
Military Sexual Assault Survivors
Do not have to tell law enforcement or their chain of command about a sexual assault to receive care or assistance.
A Victims’ Counsel (VC) and paralegal team may represent victims/survivors of sexual assault.
A VC must be requested by the victim/survivor and is granted in cases where the victim/survivor meets eligibility criteria, or when exceptional circumstances warrant the provision of services.
VCs are available for those who make either a RESTRICTED or UNRESTRICTED report.
MacDill AFB Victims’ Counsel Office
Monday – Friday 0830-1660
Maj Monroe (Victims Counsel) (813) 828-7668 / SSgt Jefferson (Victims' Paralegal) (813) 828-2579
2706 Florida Keys Avenue MacDill AFB, FL 33621. (Bldg. 27)
The SAPR Office can also be contacted to request a Victims’ Counsel.
(813) 828-SARC (7272) or (813) 828-2678
Additional Resources
Catch a Serial Offender (CATCH) Program
The CATCH Program gives people making a sexual assault report, where the name of the suspect is not known by law enforcement, an opportunity to anonymously submit suspect information to help the Department of Defense identify serial offenders. If there is a match the victim will be contacted by their SARC and given the option to participate in an investigation. For more information, contact your Maxwell-Gunter Sexual Assault Response Office by calling (334) 953-4416/4252/7116/4251/5558.
www.sapr.mil/catch
Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
MST refers to sexual assault or sexual harassment experienced during military service. The Maxwell-Gunter AFB SAPR Office can direct survivors to on-base and community resources, as requested.
Additionally, the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) provides free treatment for any physical or mental health conditions related to MST. Separating/Separated military members experiencing MST may reach out to Alabama’s Department of VA MST Outreach Coordinator.
Military Sexual Trauma Coordinators - Veterans Benefits Administration (va.gov)
In regards to any reprisal, retaliation, or ostracism you experienced as a result of reporting a crime you may contact:
MacDill AFB Inspector General
813-828-4961/5137
or
DoD Office of the Inspector General Hotline for Whistleblower Reprisal Complaints
https://www.dodig.mil/Components/Administrative-Investigations/Whistleblower-Reprisal-Investigations/Whisteblower-Reprisal/
*Not all retaliation reporters will be eligible for a VC
The Crisis Center's Sexual Assault Services is the certified rape crisis center for Hillsborough County. If you're a victim of sexual assault/rape, contact Sexual Assault Services for support and assistance by dialing 2-1-1. Services provided through Sexual Assault Services include advocacy, forensic medical exams, and financial and relocation assistance.