Reporting

You have the right to report a sexual assault to the police, to submit a complaint to the University, to both, or to neither.  It is your choice.  Even if you choose not to request an investigation by the University or the police, you still have the right to request changes to your academic, living, transportation, and working situations. You can get more information on the on the Support & help or Safety Planning pages.

Making a formal complaint to UW

You have the right to submit a formal complaint about sexual assault, sexual harassment, or other sexual misconduct.  A University investigation can lead to disciplinary action being taken against a UW student or employee.

Information about making a report to the UW.

Information about UW policies and code.

Making a report to police

Sexual assault is a crime. You have the right to report a sexual assault to the police. A police investigation can lead to the accused person being found guilty of a misdemeanor or felony and lead to probation or jail time. Reporting to the police is also a way to get a protection order.

Information about making a report to police.