It is your decision if you choose to have a sexual assault forensic exam. Also known as a “rape kit,” the exam preserves possible DNA evidence and provides you the opportunity to receive important medical care. The term rape kit refers to the kit which includes a checklist, materials, and instructions, along with envelopes and containers to package any specimens collected during the exam. A rape kit may also be referred to as a Sexual Assault Evidence Kit (SAEK).
You don’t have to report the crime to have an exam, but the process gives you the chance to safely store evidence should you decide to report later.
