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Many victims of sexual assault don\u2019t report it… Continue reading Resources For Sexual Assault Survivors In Georgia<\/span><\/a>","datePublished":"2023-03-30","dateModified":"2026-04-17","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/author\/butler\/#Person","name":"Jeb Butler","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/author\/butler\/","identifier":9,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f5a02bc71d91db5fc8645f129c4424ce6ef7af7e24fe54f4a85315a9dd28f317?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f5a02bc71d91db5fc8645f129c4424ce6ef7af7e24fe54f4a85315a9dd28f317?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Butler Kahn","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Butler-Law-Firm-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Butler-Law-Firm-Logo.png","width":210,"height":93}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Shutterstock_675753925_1200x627.jpg","url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Shutterstock_675753925_1200x627.jpg","height":627,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/resources-for-sexual-assault-in-georgia\/","about":["Liability","Personal Injury","Rape","Sexual Assault"],"wordCount":1111,"articleBody":"The Georgia Bureau of Investigation reported that in 2017 there were over 3,000 reported cases of sexual assault and sex-related crime such as rape. While this number my seem shocking, it represents only a fraction of the number of sexual assaults that happen in Georgia every year.Many victims of sexual assault don\u2019t report it to the police because they believe they will not be believed, they will be judged, or that they will be shamed. We, as a society, need to stop this belief to protect the victims of sexual predators.What is Sexual Assault in GeorgiaUnder Georgia law, sexual assault includes several actions or situations. The law states that sexual assault is: \u2018any unconsented activity, with or without force\u201d is prohibited.Resources Available For Victims Of Sexual AssaultSexual Violence Resource of Georgia:\u00a0This organization can be found online at:\u00a0https:\/\/sugra.org. or you can contact them Monday-Friday at: 404-657-1956.The Sexual Violence Resource of Georgia has what they call Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART). There are many SART\u2019s throughout Georgia.\u00a0The interagency coordinates their members in an approach that centers around you, the victim. They will look at your individual circumstances and respects the roles of different professionals when they respond to your sexual assault case.Crime Victim\u2019s Compensation Program: This program can be found online at: www.crimevictimscomp.ga.gov. The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is the organization that administers this program. They help you as the victim of sexual assault, and your family to deal with the emotional and physical issues that may arise after the crime by providing assistance in the form of money for certain expenses.When you visit the website, there is a questionnaire you must answer to see if you qualify for the program. If you do, you may be entitled to the following benefits:Medical and Dental Expenses up to $15,000Loss of Income or Support up to $10,000Mental Health Counseling up to $3,000Funeral Expenses up to $6,000Crime Scene Sanitization up to $1,500Other Georgia Resources For Victims Of Sexual AssaultGeorgia Network to End Sexual Assault:\u00a0https:\/\/www.gnesa.orgThey have an extensive network of sexual assault care centers throughout the state. They also work with advocacy organizations, which increase public awareness and fight for the rights of sexual assault victims. They provide a complete list of sexual assault centers throughout Georgia on their website. These sexual assault centers are a safe haven for those who have recently experienced sexual assault or domestic violence. They offer medical treatment as well as counseling to help victims determine their next steps.Atlanta:Grady Rape Crisis Center80 Jesse Hill Drive, SEP.O. Box 26049Atlanta, Georgia 30303Crisis: 404-616-4861Admin: 404-616-3521They serve both Fulton & DeKalb counties. They offer on-site services such as SANE exams, counseling, and support groups.The Center for Victims of Torture4020 E. Ponce De Leon DriveClarkston, GATelephone: 678-705-8184Website: www.cvt.org\/where-we-work\/georgiaThey serve Fulton, DeKalb, and Gwinnet counties and offer onsite services such as counseling and support groups.Augusta:University Health Services, Inc.Rape Crisis and Sexual Assault Services1350 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30901Crisis: 706-724-5200Admin: 706\u2014774-2740Website: www.rapecrisisaugusta.orgThey serve Burke, Columbia, Jefferson, McDuffe, Richmond, and Washington counties. They have on-site services that include: SANE exams, support groups, and counseling.Decatur:DeKalb Rape Crisis Center, Inc.Day League204 Church StreetDecatur, GA 30030Crisis: 404-377-1428Admin: 404-377-1429Website: www.dekalbrapecrisiscenter.orgThey serve DeKalb, Fulton, Henry, Newton, and Rockdale counties. They also offer onsite services such as: support groups, counseling, and SANE exams.International Woman\u2019s House, Inc.P.O. Box 1327Decatur, GA 30031Crisis: 770-413-5557Admin: 770-413-5557They service DeKalb county only. They offer on-site services that include support groups and counseling.Macon, Warner Robins:Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia, Inc.915 Hill Park, Suite 100-CMacon, GA 31201Crisis: 478-745-9292Admin: 478-745-9292Website: www.cl-sh-orgThey serve Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach, and Twiggs counties. They have on-site services that include \u2013 support groups, counseling, and SANE exams.RAINNRAINN is the largest nationwide network for sexual assault victims and their loved ones. They run the National Sexual Assault Hotline, which victims can call 24\/7 for confidential assistance. They also have a free chat function on their website for those who feel more comfortable reaching out for help online. Both the hotline and online chat are completely confidential. They also work to change public policy surrounding sexual assault and run prevention initiatives throughout the country. Their website also has extensive information about what to do in the aftermath of a sexual assault. If you are unsure of where to go for medical care or mental health support in the wake of trauma, RAINN\u2019s first response hotlines are a good place to go.College Support CentersIf you are a college student, your school may have a support center for those who have been assaulted. Many schools also have affordable clinics and free therapy centers. These services are usually completely confidential. Talk to your school\u2019s general counselors to see what resources are available to you.What To Do After An AssaultIf you\u2019ve been assaulted, it\u2019s important to seek medical treatment as soon as you feel able. Not only is this crucial for your physical well-being, but it can also make things easier if you choose to eventually pursue a legal case against your assailant. If you choose to press charges, you will only have 72 hours to collect viable forensic evidence. From there, you may choose to file a police report and seek legal counsel. It is also very important to seek psychological support for help managing the mental and emotional trauma of sexual assault. Both group and individual therapy can be very beneficial for those who have experienced trauma. There are also many other types of trauma-informed therapy available, such as animal therapy, art classes, yoga, and more. If you do press charges, it is crucial that you have an experienced and trustworthy lawyer to guide you through the case.Helping Sexual Assault VictimsIf your loved one has been a victim of sexual assault, it can be difficult to know how to support them. The best place to start is by believing the victim, and keeping in mind that sexual assault is never the victim\u2019s fault. The next step is to help them find an appropriate crisis center, and help them find medical and legal support. It\u2019s also very important to ask the victim how you can help and respect any decisions they make. Contact our Atlanta sexual assault lawyer today."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Resources For Sexual Assault Survivors In Georgia","item":"https:\/\/butlerfirm.com\/blog\/resources-for-sexual-assault-in-georgia\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]