In a statement, AG James said, “Sexual assault is a real problem that demands real response. Proper medical attention and accurate evidence collection are of critical importance to supporting survivors.”
“I am deeply concerned about companies selling kits that deter individuals from seeking professional care and purport to collect evidence without knowing whether the evidence will be admissible in court. We must ensure that all survivors of sexual assault are not misled and that justice is served,” added AG James.
Victims of sexual assault must be aware that there is a law requiring New York State to provide free medical exams and evidence collection for them. Collecting evidence in sexual assault is very important in sexual assault cased. The quality of the evidence collected using there kits is crucial to determine whether it is admissible in court.
The New York State Coalition against Sexual Assault (NYSCASA) is providing information and support to victims regarding access to free medical examinations and evidence collection kits.
