Frequently Asked Questions: Anonymous Reporting and Forensic Examinations

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Office on Violence Against Women (OVW)

Some questions included are:

What is a "Jane Doe Rape Kit"?
Who has to comply with VAWA 2005 requirement regarding forensic examination?
How long are states required to keep forensic examination collection kits?

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