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This information is not intended to serve as or replace legal advice. Please contact a feminist rape crisis centre, transition house or women's centre to get further information and referrals for legal advice for your specific situation.

Q: I would like to volunteer, how do I do that?
Q: What does sexual harassment look like?
Q: What can women do about sexist violence against women?
Q: What can men do about sexist violence against women?
Q: Where can I find a women's self defense course?
Q: I got an e-mail warning me about a date rape drug that also causes women to be sterilized. Is this drug really out there?
Q: How can I tell if my husband or boyfriend is abusive?
Q: The newspapers and tv are saying rape drugs are an epidemic. How do I protect myself?
Q: What does a rapist look like?
A rapist may look like an Ordinary Man.
Q: I heard a woman cannot be raped by her husband. Is this true?
This is one of the myths perpetuated about rape. In fact, she can. Read this article to learn about the many more Myths and Facts about rape.
Q: What is Sexual Assault?
Q: What is the legal definition of "Consent"?
Q: A police officer told me that it is up to me to charge my husband with assault, is that true?
Q: What kinds of penalties does sexual assault carry if someone is found guilty?
Q: Can my sexual past be used as evidence in a court case?
Last Updated:  23 June 2006
 
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